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The Parking Division is Hiring!
The City of East Lansing's Parking Division is hiring parking ambassadors! This is a part-time, contingent position offering flexible hours and free parking*! If you're interested in applying, please click here.
*Free parking in any City-owned gated facility is offered to parking ambassadors working at least two shifts per week.
PLEASE NOTE: The parking office is closed to the public; however, parking staff are available by phone Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. to assist community members. Call (517) 337-1277 or (517) 256-2788 for staff assistance.
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Recent News
- 15-Minute Grace Period Offered at Gated Parking Facilities in Downtown East Lansing - Parking visits that are under 15 minutes in downtown East Lansing's gated facilities are free. Parking customers will pull a ticket upon entering a gated facility and, if their visit is less than 15 minutes, it will be free. Full rates do apply for visits that are over 15 minutes.
- Live Parking Availability - Downtown East Lansing visitors can now get real-time updates on available parking spaces in downtown's gated garages and lots. Perfect for those busy football Saturdays! Learn more.
- Discount Multi-Use Voucher - This voucher can be used in any downtown public gated parking facility. Purchase $25 in hourly parking and receive a voucher for $50 worth of parking. Purchase $50 in hourly parking and receive a voucher for $100 worth of parking. The East Lansing Parking Division is not responsible for lost or stolen vouchers. Learn more.
- VIP All Access Permit -Permit allows utilization of any downtown public parking facility. Cost is $200 per month.
PassportParking®
Remember, you can use the PassportParking® mobile payment option at any parking meter or multi-space meter machine in downtown East Lansing. It's a convenient, time-saving option for visitors!
Learn more about how to use the PassportParking® App.