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How to deal with pesky parking tickets in Portland
A person pays for parking at a meter in Portland.
Make sure to note the time limits when paying for parking — it could save you a major headache. | Photo via PBOT
On the list of “things that can ruin a day,” walking back to your car to find a yellow envelope tucked under the windshield wiper has to rank pretty high.

So you got a parking ticket in Portland — now what?

Well, from the date of your citation, a 30-day countdown begins. If the ticket is not resolved within that window, Multnomah County will consider that ticket delinquent, meaning the fine will increase, and your vehicle may be immobilized or even impounded. Ouch.

To pay the fee, you can do so by mail, over the phone at (971) 274-0590, or online. Depending on the transgression, the amount can range from $44 (improper display of parking meter receipt) to $215 (blocking an ADA access ramp).

You can also contest the parking ticket in one of two ways. With a written explanation, you can present your case with supporting documents and any pertinent context to the offense, possibly reducing your fine.

An officer with Portland Bureau of Transportation puts a reminder for Leaf Day under a car's windshield wiper.

In the fall, be aware of the Leaf Day schedule so your car isn’t towed.

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Photo via PBOT

Note: Writing a letter waives your right to a court hearing, which is your last last option. To make an in-person appearance, you can request a hearing by mailing back the original citation envelope, or by visiting the customer service area on the second floor of the Multnomah County Central Courthouse (1200 SW First Ave.).

Just remember, you’re not alone — in 2022, the city issued 102,308 parking tickets.

Pro tip: With the Parking Kitty app, you can extend your stay remotely, saving you troublesome trips back to the meter and having to remember your license plate number.
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B. I’ve gotten a couple over the years
C. Not enough fingers and toes to count them all
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Events
Tuesday, Sept. 19
  • Canstruction | Tuesday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Pioneer Place, 700 SW Fifth Ave., Portland | Free | Marvel at towering works of art created using full cans of food; each of these building blocks is then donated to Oregon Food Bank.
  • Go Lights Out 2023 | Tuesday, Sept. 19-Thursday, Oct. 19 | Sunset-Sunrise | Portland | Free | Join the month-long, nationwide effort to help reduce migratory bird deaths by turning off non-essential lights during peak migration months.
Wednesday, Sept. 20
Thursday, Sept. 21
  • Bambeer: An End of Summer Market & Party | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Bamboo Craftsman, 2104 N. Willis Blvd., Portland | Free | Celebrate the changing of the seasons at this business, which is bringing back its “Third Thursday” event with live music, food, drinks, and vendors.
  • Winter Waters Dinner | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 7 p.m. | Tavern at The Heathman Hotel, 1001 SW Broadway, Portland | $90 | Dive in to a seven-course meal featuring sustainably harvested sea vegetables and fresh fish.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Community
  • The future of the Keller Auditorium is on shaky ground because it requires seismic upgrades (and other renovations). Later this month, Portland City Council will decide how to move forward, but Halprin Landscape Conservancy has drawn up plans to improve the culturally significant venue without moving its location. (KOIN)
Sports
  • Rip City, get red hot and rollin’ for the start of the season at this year’s Fan’s Fest on Sunday, Oct. 8, at the Moda Center. Starting at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.), this free event showcases an intra-squad scrimmage, mascot appearances, games on the concourse, and more. Prior registration is required.
Outdoors
  • Stargazers are invited to Rooster Rock State Park on Saturday, Sept. 23, where volunteers will host a free event around sunset. There will be a presentation at dusk, with telescopes provided 9-11 p.m. to view Jupiter, Saturn, and more. Bring chairs, warm clothing, snacks, and $5 for the parking fee.
Active
  • After a two-year pause, the 4K4Community Fun Run will return on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 4 p.m. The run, which starts and finishes at OMSI, is 100% sponsor-supported, meaning your entire registration fee goes toward this year’s nonprofit beneficiary, POIC + Rosemary Anderson High School.
Pets
  • *Tail wagging intensifies.* Together with Portland Pet Food Co., Hopworks Brewery will host Dogtoberfest, Thursday, September 28, 4 to 7 p.m. at 2944 SE Powell Blvd. Not only will there be dog-friendly beer to bark at, but you can donate gently used supplies to the Portland Animal Welfare Team.
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The Wrap
 

Today’s edition by:
Ben
From the editor
Get your chopsticks ready. Portland’s long-awaited Din Tai Fung location in Pioneer Place finally has an opening date — Thursday, Sept. 28. I, for one, can’t wait to eat bao until I burst.
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