The Barnacle

10/30/2026

🎃 Wishing you a Happy Halloween! May your bags be full of treats and your windshield be Barnacle-free.

10/30/2026

Deputy City Manager Chris O'Brien presented an ordinance to let the parking division use a windshield-mounted immobilizer (Barnacle) to recover unpaid parking fines, proposing a $50 cost-recovery fee, a pilot of roughly four units and a subscription model (estimated $300/unit/month). Public commente...

10/29/2026

That's a wrap on SWPTA! Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect with our team. We enjoyed the conversations, the shared perspectives, and the opportunity to meet so many dedicated parking professionals. Looking forward to continuing the conversation!

10/28/2026

Iowa City may start using 'barnacle' windshield devices to immobilize cars with unpaid tickets, a cheaper alternative to towing. See link below ⬇️

📸 Matt Richter

10/27/2026

Smarter enforcement starts with better data. The Barnacle's Reporting & Analytics dashboard helps you track key metrics, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions that improve outcomes

10/26/2026

Did you know?
The Barnacle™ is more than a windshield-mounted parking enforcement device. It's GPS-enabled and equipped with a tamper alarm, helping parking operators keep track of devices and deter unauthorized removal.
Smart enforcement. Powerful accountability. 🚗

10/23/2026

Thank you to the University of South Carolina for hosting this year's CPTA conference! We enjoyed connecting with so many parking and transportation professionals, sharing ideas, and discussing the future of parking enforcement. Looking forward to continuing the conversations and connections we made throughout the event.

10/22/2026

Not sure if the Barnacle is a good fit for you? Check out our new blog post about the Barnacle's speciality features to learn more! https://hubs.la/Q04yBNLC0

10/21/2026

Parking enforcement works best when it’s safe, simple, and effective. The Barnacle helps encourage compliance without requiring officers to place themselves in traffic or crouch near a vehicle's wheels. When enforcement is easier and safer, communities benefit from smoother operations, greater compliance, and a better parking experience for everyone.

10/21/2026