Safe Parking Pilot Program News Today

The pilot program focuses on providing a safe space for about 20 people to park and live in this city owned property off 116th Avenue.

The program would provide a safe space for people to park their cars and receive services. The goal is to help them eventually find stable and affordable housing.

"Our goal at LBCC is always to remove barriers that get in the way of our students success," interim superintendent of the LBCC District, Dr. Mike Muñoz said.

All participants, who are pre-screened and must spend the night in their vehicles, will be required to leave the lot by 7 a.m. each day.

By Mike Kinney A proposed, one-year pilot program providing safe haven for RV dwellers in a portion of the Hilltop Mall parking lot is receiving staunch opposition from neighbors. The Safe Parking Pilot Program has been a goal of the city’s for several years, and officials say the need for it has only grown amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, as the city has seen an exponential growth in people living in their vehicles. On Feb. 2, city staff presented to council three of what they considered the mo...

Of 35 sites, these three emerged as top staff recommendations to launch the Safe Parking Pilot Program for individuals living in their cars. (Images credited to City of Richmond and Google Maps) Richmond is seeking a location to establish a Safe Parking Pilot Program that will provide a secure place for people who live in their cars to sleep and access services. On Tuesday, Richmond City Council will be asked to provide city staff with direction on site selection for the pilot program. The ide...