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Good Friday Holiday Parking – Free at RPA Garages!
In observance of Good Friday, RPA is offering free parking at the following garages:
📍 Front & Washington Garage
📍 2nd & Washington Garage
📍 Chiarelli Garage
🕒 Free Parking Hours:
Thursday, April 2nd @ 9:00 PM – Saturday, April 4th @ 7:00 AM
Our office will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, in observance of the holiday.

Monthly Board Meeting
The Reading Parking Authority’s upcoming Monthly Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 at 5:00pm.

Elevator Notice
Please be advised that two of the three elevators in the DoubleTree/Convention Center garage are currently out of service.
The middle elevator, which leads in and out of the hotel, is operational and available for use.
At this time, the issue is currently being addressed and will be resolved as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding while maintenance is underway. Stay tuned for updates!
Thank you for your cooperation!

An RPA Garage Permit Replaces the Endless Search with a Guaranteed Spot.
Your devil 😈 says “just one more lap.” Your angel 😇 says “your time and gas tank are too valuable for loops.” Listen to your angel! An RPA Garage Permit


Your Parking Stress Solution!
A garage permit = No more ticket worries! Protect your vehicle from weather and avoid the hassle of searching for spots. Your car deserves a safe home!

SECURITY NOTICE- VANDALISM
IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTICE FROM RPA The RPA is alerting the public to recent vandalism incidents at the following garages:• Reed & Court Garage• Chiarelli Garage• Front & Washington Garage We

IMPORTANT NOTICE — PLEASE READ
RPA never accepts cash payments at any of our garages. We have received reports of scammers attempting to take cash payments during events. Do NOT give money to anyone claiming

Garage Cameras Active 24/7 in RPA Facilities
Garage cameras keep you safe! 📹 They deter crime, provide 24/7 monitoring, and help resolve incidents quickly. Park with peace of mind knowing we’ve got eyes on your ride.#ParkSafe #SecurityFirst