Send us a textShow Notes:Episode 1: Frontline Safety, Part IFeaturing Charles “Chuck” Billows, Deputy Director, Department of Finance, City of ChicagoWhat does it take to protect the people who enforce the curb? In this first episode of Parking Live, co-hosts Jade Neville and Matt Darst sit down with Chuck Billows, Deputy Director for the City of Chicago’s Department of Finance, to talk about frontline officer safety—and why it’s become a top civic priority.Chuck brings both lived experience and leadership perspective, having worked on the ground and now managing one of the largest city enforcement programs in the U.S.From body-worn cameras and panic buttons to uniform redesign and real-time monitoring systems, Chuck shares how Chicago is investing in safety through smart tech, training, and thoughtful policy. The episode also explores:What new legislation means for protecting parking staff The power of data to improve officer deployment and reduce risk Why public perception of parking enforcement still needs to change How shifting focus from revenue to community outcomes improves morale, equity, and compliance This is the first of a two-part series on Frontline Safety. Part II continues the conversation from a law enforcement perspective.🔗 Resources & LinksVisit: parkinglive.buzzsprout.comFollow us on LinkedIn: Parking Live LinkedIn PageGuest info: Charles Billows, Deputy Director, City of Chicago Dept. of [email protected]✅ Podcast CreditsParking Live is a production Modaxo Media Group, passionate about moving the world’s people.Hosts & Producers — Jade Neville and Matt Darst  Executive Producer — Julie Gates  Producer & Editor — Chris O’Keeffe Associate Producer — Cyndi Raskin Recording Engineer — Patrick Emile  Brand Design — Tina Olagundoye  Got a question or comment? Email us at [email protected] ⚠️ DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo, their affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. This production belongs to Modaxo and may contain information subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual-property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo and specifically disclaim all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

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