From Policy to Practice: How Pittsburgh Modernizes Parking Enforcement with LPR and Ticket-by-Mail
📆 Presented June 10, 2025
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Build the foundation first. A phased, plate-based ecosystem since 2005 enabled the seamless rollout of Ticket-by-Mail and automation in Pittsburgh.
Use data to support legislation updates. Camera pilots proved missed violations and revenue potential, helping secure legal approval.
Scale strategically with AI and curb digitization. AI LPR upgrades enable stronger ticket evidence and future-ready mobility data to document further investments
Prioritize officer safety. Automated enforcement reduces officer risk, expands coverage, and supports a lean workforce
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PTMP, Executive Director of the Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh and Past Chairman at the International Parking & Mobility Institute
David Onorato is an industry leader with over 25 years of experience. David oversees the day-to-day operations of the Pittsburgh Parking Authority and its vision for the future. David directed the Pay-By-Plate installation, which was the first organization in the U.S. to implement full pay-by-plate technology. Under his direction and guidance, the Authority was recognized by IPMI as Parking Organization of the Year and has earned Accredited Parking Organization with Distinction status.
Mike Bourre
VP Sales & Marketing, gtechna
Mike is an expert in Electronics and Instrumentation Technologies and has more than 30 years of experience in the tech industry. He brings with him practical experience in a variety of tech business ventures across a number of verticals spanning a global market. Mike’s been with gtechna for 10 years as VP of Sales and Marketing.
Ben Pisch
VP Clients and Markets NA, SenSen
Ben Pisch is a seasoned parking management expert with over 8 years of experience in overseeing and enhancing parking operations. His leadership roles at the City of Calgary and the University of British Columbia (UBC) Okanagan have provided him with extensive knowledge in managing large-scale parking systems. Ben is particularly skilled in enforcement strategies and ticket-by-mail operations, and is known for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of parking services in complex urban and institutional environments. Since joining SenSen in 2021, he has successfully paired his deep operational expertise with AI-driven technologies, giving him a well-rounded ability to tackle parking management challenges through innovative, technology-based solutions.
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