Charles Schulz Airport Ends 'Take A Ticket,' Switches To License Plate Readers

SONOMA COUNTY, CA — Drivers parking at Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport no longer need to grab a paper ticket before heading to the terminal, as the airport has switched to a license plate readers.

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport implemented the new parking system on June 1, replacing the longtime "take a ticket" with automated license plate readers.

Drivers now enter the parking lot, park, and walk to the terminal. After returning from their trip, they drive out without stopping after completing registration with the airport's parking operator, Metropolis.io.

Airport officials encouraged travelers to register with Metropolis before arriving to help ensure a smoother parking experience. QR codes posted throughout the parking lots also allow drivers to register on site.

However no information was immediately available in the announcement about how the license plate reader would store data or the vendor behind the technology.

The airport says every parking lot is within 300 yards of the terminal. ADA-accessible spaces remain available in Short Term Parking and Long Term Parking Lots A and B. Parking rates remain unchanged.

The Short Term Parking Lot, located east of the terminal, continues to offer the first 30 minutes free on the first day. After that, parking costs $2 per 30 minutes, with a $25 daily maximum.

Long Term Parking Lots A and B cost $20 per day. Travelers who reserve a space at least 48 hours in advance pay a discounted rate of $18 per day.

Street parking along Flightline Drive costs $2 per 30 minutes with a $20 daily maximum. Drivers pay by scanning QR codes posted on nearby signs.