The city of St. Joseph responded to negative community concerns by making some changes to downtown parking rules.

Effective immediately, city-owned lots are now free for residents who register their license with the city.

Additionally, paid parking enforcement hours have been adjusted to end at 5 p.m. instead of 9 p.m., better serving early dinner visitors.

Furthermore, seasonal paid parking will conclude earlier on Labor Day instead of the previously planned date of September 15.