FORT PIERCE — The City of Fort Pierce began issuing citations July 13 to motorists who exceed the posted two-hour parking limit in designated downtown parking zones, following a 30-day education and outreach campaign.
The city launched the education period June 1 to familiarize residents, business owners and visitors with the downtown parking regulations before enforcement began.
The two-hour on-street parking limit is enforced Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in designated parking zones. During June, Code Enforcement officers issued warnings and educated motorists about the rules. Beginning July 13, vehicles that remain parked beyond the posted time limit during enforcement hours are subject to citations…