Iowa City Council approves parking rate increase, effective July 1, to address rising maintenance costs.

Iowa City Council has approved a parking rate increase after 10 years, effective July 1. Ramp parking rates rise from $1 to $2, Central Business District parking meter costs double from $1.50 to $3, while outlying areas remain at $1.50. The changes address a significant rise in maintenance costs, with current fees covering only 22% of the Parking Division's budget.