Sacramento’s plan to address its multimillion dollar budget deficit will come at a cost to drivers yet again.
Several fee increases were unveiled last week as part of the proposed spending plan to address the city’s $44 million deficit . Among the recommendations were raising rates at parking meters, garages and establishing fees for permits currently free to residential car owners. All proposed increases need City Council approval and would take effect July 1.
The three strategies are estimated to increase city revenue by more than $5 million, according to the budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, which begins in July. This would be the second consecutive year of higher parking fees across the city. Last year, Sacramento hiked rates and began charging at parking meters on Sundays and holidays…