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How do I obtain a Metra commuter parking permit?: Commuter parking permits are available from the Finance Department. To check the availability of permit parking, call (847)-639-0003. Permits must be visible on the rearview of your vehicle.

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1. Can I park my car on the street overnight?: The Village's on-street parking restrictions are in effect from December 1 until March 31. During this time, no on-street parking will be allowed between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

2. Where is the Metra train station located at in Cary?: 100 West Main Street (at Northwest Highway)

3. How do I obtain a Metra commuter parking permit?: Commuter parking permits are available from the Finance Department. To check the availability of permit parking, call (847)-639-0003. Permits must be visible on the rearview of your vehicle.

4. What is the daily rate for commuter parking?: Daily parking in the commuter parking lots is $1.50, per 24 hour time period, Monday through Friday.

5. Do I have to have a permit to park in one of the Metra parking lots?: There are designated permit parking lots in the Metra commuter parking lot. Permits are issued on a quarterly basis for $95.00. Permit parking spaces are clearly designated separate from daily parking spaces. Contact the Finance Department at (847) 639-0003 to re-new permit parking.

6. How much does it cost to park in the Metra commuter parking lots?: The daily parking fee is $1.50, per 24 hour time period, Monday through Friday. There is no parking fee on weekends or holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day).

7. How can I pay for my parking in the Metra parking lots?: If you do not have a permit for parking in the Metra commuter parking lot, you may park in the daily fee parking lots. The Village has electronic parking terminals installed in both North and South commuter parking lots. The electronic pay terminals accept cash, coin or credit/debit card. The fee for daily parking is currently $1.50 per 24 hour time period.

8. Can I park at the train station overnight and on the weekends?: Village ordinance currently allows parking for 24 hours, regardless of the day of the week.

9. I received a parking ticket. How much does the ticket cost and where can I pay for it?: Violation of a Village parking ordinance is $25.00. You can stop by the Cary Police Department or mail your payment to 755 Georgetown Drive, Cary, Illinois, 60013.

10. Can I get a temporary handicapped parking permit?: Yes. Temporary handicapped parking permits can be issued at the Cary Police Department.

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The Village of Cary recently put together the finishing touches on a new promotional video for the community. The video has been a project spearheaded by the Village's Economic Development Task Force over the past year and was produced by Waysound Recording. It will be utilized for economic development and marketing purposes and provides a quick overview of the many benefits Cary has to offer to potential residents and businesses. The video can be found on YouTube. Highlights include the multitude of recreational activities available locally, recent community rankings, business environment, local school system, and community events which are held throughout the year. The video can be viewed by the following link: (Welcome to Cary, Illinois). Feel free to share with others and help promote Cary.