LA Parking Meters

…the new meters will generate more than $280,000 per year…

Parking meters generate revenue far beyond the cost of parking enforcement. Meter Maids cannot command very high salaries.
There are fines attached to illegal parking in Los Angeles. Here are a few:

Obstructing handicap spot or misusing disabled parking placard: $363

Parking in a bus zone: $293

Red zone parking: $93

Street sweeping violation: $73

Overnight parking fine: $68

Parking on a bridge or in a tunnel: $68

Expired meter: $63

I would never wish to be found in violation. Costs are way too high.What are your parking experiences in your home town?