Pittsburg adopts new parking ordinance, penalty for violations

The city of Pittsburg, Kansas, has adopted a new parking ordinance and some are not happy about it.

During a governing body meeting last week, they adopted Ordinance No. G-1358 of Pittsburg City Code to prohibit the parking of vehicles on lawns, grass, or landscaped area and setting a penalty for violations.

Officials say the ordinance was necessary to address vehicle safety, environmental concerns, affects on city infrastructure, and underground utilities.

Tickets will be $25 for the 1st offense and increasing for each additional offense.