MCTC operates its own parking facilities which students can use for $2.50 per day by prepaying on their student ID, or $5 per day otherwise. The revenue from parking goes towards operating costs and facility improvements, such as a new snow shoot and plumbing being built in the summer of 2013. In comparison, the University of Minnesota charges $20 per day for all-day parking meters. Some issues with parking meters in Minneapolis include not finding spots and prices varying depending on location and time of day. The document suggests Minneapolis could improve parking by implementing a mobile app.