Editor,
Could you please look into the practices of the new parking ramp systems? While I agree that the construction was quick and well done, what I cannot agree with is the price gouging that is taking place in these ramps.
At $1.75 per hour, it feels like I am parking at the Sunport! Due to my current work situation, I have had to use the Yale parking ramp multiple times within the past few weeks (I usually take the rapid ride).
This past week, I received a ticket. I am not one to shy away from responsibility, and have sent a check to them to pay for it. The reason I am sharing all of this information is that I feel it should be known by others that I have been charged $20 for being 20 minutes late to pick up my vehicle.
In my opinion, this fee is outrageous. Most likely the money is going to help cover the cost of the many solar panels (which I support and am proud of) and general construction of the ramp, but does this justify the price charged for parking?
Am I really just a money-making machine to this university? (Yes.)
I thought it would be helpful to encourage the pushing of those buttons that the Lobo has been known to push, if only to get some answers as to what these high rates are for.
Thank you for your time.
Marissa Marsh
UNM student
