02.22.2024

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How to deal with parking tickets in San Jose

Meters accept card, coins, or payment through an app. | Photo by SJtoday staff

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 San Jose — now what?

Well, from the date of your citation, a 21-day countdown begins. If the ticket is not resolved within that window, San Jose will consider that ticket delinquent. This means you won’t be eligible for an appeal, and you may have to pay additional penalties. Ouch.

To pay the fee, you can do so by mail, over the phone at (888) 442-4088, or online. Depending on the transgression, the amount can range from $27.50 (parking after your meter runs out) to $397 (parking in a space reserved for people with disabilities).

If you think the ticket was made in error, 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. You can also submit an appeal online.
If that doesn’t work, you can then request an administrative hearing to contest your citation. Note: You’ll need to pay the fine in full before you go this route, but if the result is overturned, your payment will be remitted.

If that doesn’t work, you can make a civil appeal within 30 days of the agency’s final decision, and request a waiver of penalty. You will still need to pay a filing fee, but if you’re not found liable, all fees + costs will be refunded.

Just remember, you’re not alone — in 2022, the city issued 26,000 safety violations.

Pro tip: With ParkSJ’s website, you can check available lots around downtown — which all offer 90 minutes of free parking.

Events

Thursday, Feb. 22

Jerry Springer: The Opera | Thursday, Feb. 22-Saturday, Feb. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | 3 Below Theaters and Lounge, 288 S. Second St., San Jose | $25-$65 | Based on the host’s lurid television talk show that ran for 28 seasons, this production combines the highest form of art and the lowest form of pop culture.
Morat | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose | $71-$260 | See this Columbian band perform Latin pop rock hits.

Friday, Feb. 23

Gallery Talk: “If toxic air is a monument to slavery, how do we take it down?” | Friday, Feb. 23 | 12:30 p.m. | San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San Jose | Learn more about the exhibit that addresses environmental racism from Chief Curator Lauren Schell Dickens.
KD the Poet | Friday, Feb. 23 | 7:45 p.m. | The Loft Bar & Bistro, 90 S. Second St., San Jose | Free | As part of The Barhemian’s “Stop Drop & Roll Show,” witness thought-provoking lyrics + rhythm from the Berkeley rapper.

Saturday, Feb. 24

Pop-Up SJ Vintage Market | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Garden at the Flea, 1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose | $3+ | Find vintage faves and unique treasures at Pop-Up SJ’s fair of 50+ thrift sellers, creatives, and collectors.
Black Family Day | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 12-7 p.m. | Parque de los Pobladores, First + Market streets, San Jose | Free | In celebration of African Ancestry Health and Heritage Month, browse public health booths + family-friendly arts and entertainment.
Traxamillion Celebration | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Jackie’s Place, 840 N. First St., San Jose | $15 | Come together to celebrate the SJ rapper’s contributions to music with a talent show, live music performances, prizes, and food.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Development

The 114-acre Pleasant Hills Golf Course, which closed in 2004, is being eyed for a 2,480-3,991 residence development. Real estate venture Lakeside Community + SJ officials met with residents to gather feedback, which were mostly positive. This site is considered one of the prime development opportunities in the city. (Easy Bay Times)

Sports

The Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2024, which includes Sharks legend Patrick Marleau, John Taylor of the 49ers, and Quakes superstar Chris Wondolowski. The class will be honored at a May 6 ceremony in SF — part of the event proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Northern California. (The Mercury News)

Edu

Aptitud Community Academy at Goss, a TK through eighth grade public school, will soon see closure of grades 6-8. If approved by the Alum Rock Union School District board this spring, it will go into effect in August. Local educators + parents are working to save the middle school. (San José Spotlight)

Arts

Opera San José recently welcomed Nilab Hessabi as part of its Board of Trustees. Hessabi currently works as the head of data science, human evaluation + research and insight at Apple. She hopes to use her experience to continue Opera San José's presence in the future. (Opera Wire)

Eat

Los Gatos bakery Icing on the Cake is now up for sale. Owner + baker Lynn Magnoli founded the business in 1985 + has attracted loyal customers — some of whom are interested in continuing the business. Not to worry though, the sale of the bakery also means the sale of the beloved recipes. (East Bay Times)

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