1/3 of Utah drivers say they would struggle to afford to pay a parking ticket, reveals study.
Walking back to your car and seeing a ticket on the windscreen is one of life’s biggest curses – and it’s especially annoying if you believe you've been unfairly hit. Prices can range from about $10 to $20 in smaller cities, to more than $50 in larger metro areas. So what do the majority of us do when we’re faced with a ticket? Do we dispute it? Or do we pay the fine?
Auto advice website Car Bibles conducted a survey of 3,500 drivers to discover how we react to parking tickets and whether we can afford to pay them.
Recent headlines have screamed that the cost of living is increasing at its fastest rate for 10 years, so it is no surprise that almost 1/3 of drivers in Utah say they would struggle to afford to pay a parking ticket.
Interestingly, it appears Utahns are among the most hellbent on challenging fines for parking violations, as one-fifth (20%) say they have appealed parking tickets. Whether they feel they have been unjustly penalized, or are confident they can exploit a loophole in the system, drivers in the Beehive State are among the most game for a fight with their local authorities.
But where in the U.S. are drivers most likely to contest a fine? To see how America compares in the parking violation battleground, check out this interactive map: https://www.carbibles.com/americans-driving/
Given that 1/4 of drivers have contested parking tickets, it’s not surprising that the study revealed that 17% have actually argued with the parking enforcer when issuing the ticket! Fun fact – the first ever meter was installed in Oklahoma July 16th 1935, and ran at a rate of 5 cents per hour. It’s fair to say it’s increased in price slightly since then!
A recent study* revealed that we spend 17 hours per year on average just looking for a parking bay – but just how low would we go to get the ideal space?
Parking in a disabled space when you don’t have a disability is considered an extremely selfish act, but unfortunately a lot of drivers do it – with the survey revealing that 1 in 10 admit they would park in a disabled parking space if they thought they could get away with it.
Commenting on the survey results, Dan Collins of Car Bibles says: “Our survey shows that one-third of drivers would struggle to afford a parking ticket, emphasizing how important it is not to park somewhere you are not authorized to park! That said, you don’t always have to take a parking violation lying down. If you’re adamant you weren’t in the wrong, make sure to gather as much evidence as you can in your defense, and appeal to avoid paying up.”
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Read on for more details, OR here's a quick summary of this week's news:
#1 Congrats to senate president-elect Stuart Adams, speaker-elect Brad Wilson, and Democrat minority leader Karen Mayne!
Stuart Adams (House District 22), Brad Wilson (House District 15), and Karen Mayne (Senate District 5) have had voting records of an A or better the last two years in a row via UCA's legislative grades. We look forward to continuing to work with them to amplify Utah's Cultural Sector!
#2 UCA Annual Luncheon December 5 11:30 am Thanksgiving Point Lehi
Please join the board and staff of Utah Cultural Alliance at our Annual Meeting and Luncheon! We are excited to announce that our Lifetime Cultural Achievement Award winner is Nancy Heuston! We will be presenting her with this award at our luncheon.
As you have heard we have been working on a brand new strategic plan for UCA as well as updating membership benefits, this will all be unveiled at our luncheon! This event is a wonderful opportunity to get together with other lovers of the arts & humanities and meet our Lifetime Cultural Achievement Award winner Nancy Heuston. Proceeds from this luncheon support our 501(c)3 programs to amplify Utah's humanities and arts, collect economic and other data indicating the benefits of culture, as well as boost the Cultural Asset Map.
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We would love to see you or your organization represented at our Annual UCA Luncheon Silent Auction. Please consider donating and helping support the Utah Cultural Alliance's mission of enhancing Utah's Arts and Humanities!
memberships, announce new perks ar luncheon if itvhing to get cvs or npu discounts contact crystal
#3 Save BYU's Amanda Knight Hall
Because of your help to save Amanda Knight Hall, BYU has issued an indefinite stay on demolishing the building. However, we need to keep the pressure on and circulate the petition more to ensure its survival!
This summer, Brigham Young University announced the demolition of the Tudor-Revival Amanda Knight Hall (built 1939), located in Provo’s historic Joaquin Neighborhood. The University plans to replace the original Amanda Knight Hall with a “replica” of the building located on the same site.
We ask that BYU reverse its decision to demolish Amanda Knight Hall, and instead either renovate the building for university use OR sell the building to a preservation-minded investor.
#4 Another win for culture as Spanish Fork passes a RAP Tax!
The RAP (recreation, arts, and parks) tax is a .1% sales tax that is used to fund recreation projects, arts programs and parks. Spanish Fork just passed this tax at 66.3% in favor. We are excited to see what this will do for the cultural sector in Spanish Fork! Spanish Fork joins 32 other cities and 6 counties with a RAP tax (or other similar designation)
Best,
Crystal
Crystal Young-Otterstrom
Executive Director
Utah Cultural Alliance // Utah Cultural Advocacy Alliance
cyo@utculture.org
801.652.0737
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Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration held a public meeting to discuss the use of livestock and poultry cell lines to develop cell-cultured food products. At this meeting, stakeholders shared valuable perspectives on the regulation needed to both foster these innovative food products and maintain the highest standards of public health. The public comment period will be extended and will remain open through December 26, 2018.
After several thoughtful discussions between our two Agencies that incorporated this stakeholder feedback, we have concluded that both the USDA and the FDA should jointly oversee the production of cell-cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry. Drawing on the expertise of both USDA and FDA, the Agencies are today announcing agreement on a joint regulatory framework wherein FDA oversees cell collection, cell banks, and cell growth and differentiation. A transition from FDA to USDA oversight will occur during the cell harvest stage. USDA will then oversee the production and labeling of food products derived from the cells of livestock and poultry. And, the Agencies are actively refining the technical details of the framework, including robust collaboration and information sharing between the agencies to allow each to carry out our respective roles.
This regulatory framework will leverage both the FDA’s experience regulating cell-culture technology and living biosystems and the USDA’s expertise in regulating livestock and poultry products for human consumption. USDA and FDA are confident that this regulatory framework can be successfully implemented and assure the safety of these products. Because our agencies have the statutory authority necessary to appropriately regulate cell-cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry the Administration does not believe that legislation on this topic is necessary.
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TONKS
Releases Debut Album
Windows Down & Dying
Now Streaming on
Recently featured on Billboard
"...TONKS delivers raw humanity and compelling vulnerability through
tender songs full of warmth and sincerity." - Atwood Magazine
"'Running Downhill'...sounds heartbreaking yet hopeful - created by subtle
yet effective guitar work, and Foley's ability to masterfully croon out his lyrics
to paint something delicate and exciting." - Substream Magazine
November 16, 2018 - New Jersey - South Jersey-based singer/songwriter TONKS is thrilled to share his debut album, Windows Down & Dying. Fans can now stream the record, which has recently been featured on Billboard, Atwood Magazine, Substream Magazine, and more, via Apple Music and Spotify.
The solo acoustic project of Dryjacket bassist Ian Foley, TONKS offers an introspective collection of songs set to brightly shimmering melodies - amidst a quiet and unassuming melancholy. "This record is about aging out of 'live fast, die young,' and prioritizing a happiness that is simple and consistent."
Foley, a multi-instrumentalist who recorded the violin, piano, and vibe as well as the guitar and vocals on Windows Down & Dying, will be celebrating the release with a series of local album release shows. For additional information on the new record, as well as info on all upcoming shows, please visit: http://www.facebook.com/TonksNJ
For Additional Information, Please Visit:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TonksNJ
Twitter: www.twitter.com/tonksnj
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Windows Down & Dying Track Listing:
1. The Great Idaho Fire
2. Water Damage
3. Running Downhill
4. You Aren't Missing Anything
5. Pictures of Privilege
6. Through the Daylight, the Moon Appears
7. Garden State Blue
8. St. Charles Place
9. Paris
10. Giles Corey
Upcoming Album Release Shows:
11/16 - Flemington, NJ @ Flemington DIY
11/17 - West Hempstead, NY @ Creative Corner
11/18 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Pharmacy
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