Case Study: Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) achieves easier park‑and‑ride with Streetline’s Parker real‑time guidance and Meter Monitor mobile payments

A winning solution for commuters getting out of the car and onto the train

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), the second-busiest rapid transit system in the U.S., faced overflowing commuter parking lots, no real-time information on space availability, and outdated coin-operated meters that hindered quick access to trains. These issues forced drivers to search for parking, risk missing trains, and limited WMATA’s ability to monitor meter status or offer modern payment options.

WMATA deployed Streetline’s solution—Parker, a real-time parking guidance app—alongside sensor-enabled Meter Monitors, web-published occupancy data, and mobile payments. The system now directs commuters to lots with available spaces, enables payment from phones without replacing meters, supports remote meter maintenance and collections, and overall makes it easier to park and ride while improving operations and revenue potential.

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)