The Parking Enforcement Section's main function is to make the City's parking system function efficiently and safely through the enforcement of the City's parking ordinances primarily in the downtown and Campus areas. A primary goal is parking turnover to assure parking opportunities in commercial areas. Another goal is protection of pedestrian and vehicle traffic by enforcing ordinances related to safety. A secondary goal is revenue generation, sufficient to fund the parking system. Meters and lots in Downtown Champaign are enforced Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on City holidays.
Some tickets are handwritten and have the violations written on the envelope.
Others are computer generated. Most fines increase if not paid within 72 hours of the time issued. Give the meter location and number. If you received a ticket, provide the ticket number and your license plate number. After the meter is checked your ticket will be void if the meter is found to be faulty.