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January 18, 2022

Industry News Fake QR Codes Hit Parking Meters

Police around the country warned drivers to be cautious of QR payment codes on parking meters, after a slew of fake stickers made their way onto meters in Texas. The codes went to fake payment sites and police warned it’s a fairly easy scam to replicate.

CES Showcases EV Charging Faster, easier, and better electric vehicle chargers were all the rage at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, where companies showed off new technologies that promised easier installation, faster changing, and less strain on the existing electric grid. The market is expected to more than triple by 2025.

2022 IPMI Annual Awards: Highlight Your Best People, Projects, and Programs The IPMI annual Awards and Recognition program is now open for submissions. The program celebrates individuals and organizations from throughout the industry. You can submit your nominations for the Awards of Excellence, Professional Recognition, and Marketing & Communications. Submissions are due March 15. Get all the details and download the requirements.

Introducing IPMI Member Chats! This year IPMI is thrilled to announce our newest member benefit: Member Chats. These interactive sessions are open to everyone seeking to take full advantage of membership benefits, and learn about the latest IPMI initiatives. Check out the recording from last week's Awards Chat, and register for our upcoming New Member Chat. View all upcoming Member Chats.

New Opportunities: Visit IPMI's Career Center

Submitting postings is your IPMI member benefit. View all job listings here. Town of Chapel Hill, Parking Services Supervisor Texas A&M Transportation Services, Web and Information Designer T2 Systems, Regional Sales Manager Passport Labs, Inc., Client Success Executive City of Hoboken, Assistant Director, Department of Transportation and Parking Blue Systems, Business Development Specialist Duke University, Assistant Director, Parking & Transit Operations University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Supervisor, Parking & Transport Services City of Norfolk, Management Services Administrator City of Norman, Public Works Supervisor - Transit City of Santa Rosa, Parking Manager New Brunswick Parking Authority, Human Resources Manager MasParc and Mobility, LLC, Commercial Manager Route 1, Inc., Director, Sales Route 1, Inc., Client Sales Manager UC San Diego, Associate Director, Triton Transit University of North Florida, Parking Services Technician University of North Florida, Coordinator of Programs Texas A&M Transportation Services, Assistant Manager, Parking Services City of Columbus Division of Parking Services, Parking Enforcement Officer Duke University, Financial Parking Operations Analyst III District Department of Transportation, Curbside Payment Management Analyst University of Cincinnati, Director of Parking

Member News: See Your Story Here Next Month!

Submitting news is an IPMI member benefit. News is shared on the home page, and included here.  U.S. Department of Transportation Doubles Investment in Regional Infrastructure Accelerators Grant Program Dave Ryan Promoted to President and CEO of Walker Consultants Blink Charging Launches Seven Next-Generation EV Charging Products at CES Propark Mobility Extends Texas Presence with Acquisition of Sovereign Services TEZ Technology Announces Key Leadership Positions to Help App-Free Solutions PSX is Exclusive Amano McGann Provider to The State of Michigan Walker Consultants Promotes Bob Stanley to Managing Director ParkMobile App Hits the 30 Million User Milestone as Demand for Contactless Payments Increases Talking About Parking Guidance Systems University of Kansas offers more ways to pay for parking with Passport Bockbrader joins Oobeo, Inc. as commercial sales leader 2021 Was A Banner Year for PayByPhone Parkopedia launches ‘Park and Charge’ product to unify the fragmented public charging for EV drivers globally ParkMobile Expands into More Locations with Google Pay Direct Payment Option in Google Maps Humboldt State University digitizes parking operations with Passport

Industry RFPs

Members submit RFPs and RFQs for publication for free on the IPMI website. They are featured in this newsletter and on IPMI social channels. Click here to submit. View all RFPs. Due 2/17/22: Port of Portland, PDX Landside Management Services Due 1/31/22: UC Davis Transportation Demand Management Plan Implementation Consultant Due 1/20/22: City of Columbus Division of Parking Services, Park Columbus Educational Communications Campaign

Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming Professional Development and Education Opportunities

Free Education, Professional Development, and Training Opportunities January 19 Shoptalk: The Impact of COVID-19 on Customer Behavior and the Future of the Parking Industry January 20 Member Chat: New Members January 26 Learning Lab: From the Experts: How To Unlock Your EV Stations Revenue Potential. Presented by Blink February 8 Frontline Training: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Navigating Your Professional Path.  March 2 Shoptalk: How Parking Plays A Key Role in the New Hybrid Work Environment March 8 Frontline Training: Curb Management – Lessons Learned.  March 24 Member Chat: Accredited Parking Organization (APO) April 12 Frontline Training: Doing More with Less…How to Make Your Data Work for You.  April 14 Member Chat: New Members Events, Courses, & Webinars February 9 Webinar: Changes in Managing Parking & Travel Demand, 1 CAPP Point February 15, 17, 22, and 24 Online, Instructor-led Course: Parksmart Advisor, 9 CAPP Points February 23 Webinar: A New Approach Can Help Cities Measure & Solve Cruising for Parking. Free for all IPMI Members!   March 8 and 10 Online, Instructor-led Course: APO Site Reviewer Training, 2 CAPP Points March 9 Webinar: No Parking Without a Plan: Planning for a Successful Technology Implementation, 1 CAPP Point April 13 Webinar: Curb Loading Trends (CLT): Secure & Leverage Data to Manage..., 1 CAPP Point State & Regional Association Events February 1: PIPTA Roadshow Event March 2: New England Parking Council Municipal Forum March 15-16: Mid-South Parking & Transportation Association Annual Conference April 18-21: Texas Parking & Transportation Association Conference & Tradeshow There's so much more on the calendar–check out all the events here.

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