Assembly To Consider Train Station Parking Bill

Legislation designed to remedy parking problems at New Jersey Transit stations will be considered by the Assembly on Monday.The measure -- which has already passed the state Senate -- would clarify that a paid, reserved permit parking space may be used by the general public during off-peak times. Proponents say that would help alleviate chronic parking space shortage problems experienced at the sites.

Off-peak times are defined as from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday through Friday, and all day during weekends and holidays.

The Assembly passed an earlier version of the bill in June. But a new vote is needed Monday to consider minor changes made to the bill in the senate.

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