But for first-time visitors, it will be an added aggravation. Parking permits must be picked up at the Public Safety Office near Lengyel Gym unless one is attending a scheduled conference or meeting, in which case individual departments can distribute free permits. But the UMaine campus is large, with several entrance points, and a newcomer may not be aware of the parking permit requirement and the new fee or know where to find the Public Safety Office. University officials say they don t wish to discourage visitors but are attempting to prevent abuse of the parking system by students, faculty and staff. But that isn t likely to placate an unwary or unknowing visitor who gets ticketed for a parking violation.
Officials reportedly have no intention of posting signs to inform visitors of the new policy.
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