
City of
Cedar Falls, IA
Presenting
New Pay Station
Smart Meters

NEW PARKING STRATEGY
The City of Cedar Falls is transitioning to a new parking management program. These policies and technologies are part of the recommendations from parking studies in the Downtown and College Hill District. Implementation will update parking to provide more effective and efficient options for area businesses, visitors and residents. This website is the main information hub for everything you need to know about parking and convenience.
The new Pay Station Smart Meters are easy-to-use and reliable, with a big screen that makes it easy to see all of the key information, such as remaining time and time limits. If the screen is dark, press any button on the meter and it will light up to provide the information you need.
Downtown
Parking
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College Hill District Parking
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MS1 Multi-Space Pay Station
Pay-by-Plate
Whether you’re shopping, dining, enjoying culture, nightlife, or events in Cedar Falls, parking has never been easier. Now you can simply park and swipe, pay with coins, or use the PARK SMARTER™ Mobile app.

HOW IT WORKS
1. CHECK THE DISPLAY
Look at the Pay Station Smart Meter screen and find parking rates, hours, time limits and other important info. If the screen is dark, press any button and it will light up.
2. PLATE or DEBIT/CREDIT CARD
Either enter plate number or insert debit/credit card. IntelliTouch will prompt you through the remainder of the transaction.
3. SELECT PAYMENT AMOUNT
With the [+] and [-] buttons, select your payment amount.
4. PAYING WITH COINS
If paying with coins, exact change required and coins WILL NOT be returned.
5. PAYING WITH CARD
If paying with debit or credit card, wait for authorization of the card. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover are accepted.
6. CONFIRM PAYMENT
Press the [OK] button to confirm your payment, or [CANCEL] button to stop your transaction. The meter will attempt to authorize the payment shown on the screen if neither button is pressed after 5 seconds.
7. AMOUNT OF TIME
The display will then show the amount of paid time approved and when your time is up or the meter will request another card.
8. RECEIPT
Print and remove receipt if requested. Receipt may be kept with you or placed on dash.
9. MOBILE APP

WATCH
THE DEMO
Pay-by-Plate
USING CONTACTLESS PAYMENT
For another convenient mobile payment option, use your Smartphone with IPS fast and secure Contactless Payment system at the Pay Station Smart Meter. Follow the instructions on screen to start Contactless Payment.

1. CHECK THE DISPLAY
If the screen is dark, press any key or button and it will light up. A green LED light will light up on the Pay Station Contactless Reader.
2. CONTACTLESS PAYMENT ICON
When using Contactless Payment, place your contactless–enabled smart device over this icon to initiate payment.
4. AMOUNT OF TIME
Follow the instructions on the screen to select the desired amount of time and complete secure transaction.

USING PARK SMARTER ™
Search “parksmarter” to download the app

The PARK SMARTER™ mobile app provides our citizens with a parking experience that saves time and is easy to use. To get started paying through your smartphone, visit the PARK SMARTER™ website and download the application.
1. DOWNLOAD AND REGISTER
Download the app from Google Play or IOS App Store and follow instructions to complete your registration.
2. FIND PARKING
If using Parking Finder, click on the parking location on your screen and navigate to the available spot
OR
Enter your location:
type/scan code found on the PARK SMARTER™ decal on the parking meter.
3. ENTER YOUR PARKING TIME
Add the time you wish to park and confirm your selection.
4. EXTEND YOUR PARKING
Receive notifications and extend your parking session up to the maximum time allotted.

USING MY PARKING RECEIPT ™
My Parking Receipt™ is a convenient website that allows customers to view, download and print their parking receipts paid at any IPS meter.
AUTOMATICALLY EMAIL RECEIPTS
Setting to automatically email parking receipts upon close of transaction.
VIEW AND EXPORT EXPENSES
One-time customer account set-up to simply access, view, and export expenses.
USER FRIENDLY INTERFACE
My Parking Receipt™ has an easy to navigate interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the City installing new Pay Stations?
First, the location of the Pay Station in each parking lot (where demand for parking is the highest) is the ease and convenience that they add to the parking experience through more payment options and a mobile app.
Second, under previous management practices, valuable on street parking spaces were too frequently held by long term parkers. Pay Stations will help turn over on street parking and bring convenience to long term parkers.
Why do we call the meters “smart”?
When will the new Pay Stations be installed?
When do I have to pay to park at the Pay Station?
The hours of parking enforcement are:
College Hill District––Monday – Friday––––9am – 6pm
Will the new technology assist people in finding parking?
How much will it cost to park at a Pay Station?
What forms of payment do the Pay Stations accept?
Which credit cards are accepted at the Pay Stations?
Is there a fee for using a credit card with the Pay Station?
Is there a fee to use the pay-by-cell smartphone app?
Can I get a receipt for my credit card payment at the new Pay Station?
Yes. Visit myparkingreceipt.com and enter the requested information. A PDF receipt will be generated for the parking transaction(s) found for the credit card. You may also use the “Login” link to register your card; once that is done, you’ll automatically receive a receipt by email each time the card is used. When you use the PARK SMARTER™ mobile app, you can request that a receipt be emailed to you after each transaction.
Where can I find long term parking if I live or work in a District?
The City owns multiple lots and has a permit program. Visit www.thepermitportal.com/IPS for more information about parking permits.
If I didn’t initially pay for the space with the app, can I add time to my parking session from the PARK SMARTER™ app?
What are the holidays with free parking?
Where can I find more information about parking in Cedar Falls?

BUY A PERMIT
HOW TO APPLY FOR A PERMIT
- The City leases parking to the public in select lots. Options for permits are available in limited supply.
- To apply for a parking permit visit the Permit Portal.
- For permit application instructions please click here.

PAY A CITATION
PAY ONLINE
Parking citations may be paid online, in-person or by mail. Pay online with Citation Portal.
PAY IN PERSON
Parking citations may be paid in-person at the City of Cedar Falls Cashier’s office 8 am – 5 pm.
PAY BY MAIL
Check must be received within 7 days.
Postmarked dates are not acceptable.
Make check payable to:
City of Cedar Falls Enforcement Solution Center
Send payment to:
P.O. Box 610188
San Jose, CA 95161-0188