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Fast Solutions for Parking Enforcement Needs

It’s 6pm on a Tuesday night and you’re finally pulling into your apartment complex from a long day of work, only to find someone in your parking spot that you have a permit for. The management office is closed, there is no one you can call, what can you do? You park three blocks down the street and begin the long walk home.

This is an issue that not just apartment complexes, but also many employers across the country deal with on a daily basis, parking enforcement.

For many residents and employees, parking can be a premium benefit to the complex they live in or the company that they work for. When that benefit is taken away from them by an outsider, it can create frustration for them and headaches for you, the property manager.

Luckily, there are two parking enforcement solutions offered by Signal ‘s mobile patrol model.

The Barnacle

Signal Security’s mobile patrol allows our locally-owned franchises to implement parking enforcement solutions such as The Barnacle. This device is designed with all people in mind, making parking enforcement safer, greener, more efficient, and less aggravating for everyone. 

In coordination with the property, we’ll first take the time to understand your parking enforcement rules and regulations. Once we have a basic understanding of those items is when we’ll develop a plan for who and when to implement The Barnacle.

The Tire Tag

A second solution for your parking enforcement needs is the newly developed, The Tire Tag. While smaller in size than The Barnacle, its effectiveness in deterring parking violations is present.

Once we’re able to determine the proper plan to enforce your property’s parking enforcement rules and regulations, we can implement The Tire Tag solution. When a visitor or resident is in violation, The Tire Tag will be attached to the driver’s rear wheel through a spoke and locked into place. Decals will then be attached to the driver’s window providing next steps to removing the device. While this may not completely deter the driver from leaving the property, driving with The Tire Tag won’t be a fun ride home.

And by using The Tire Tag’s mobile application, our Signal 88 officers will be able to enter the violators license plate information and pictures for appropriate documentation. 

Three out of four parking violators are repeat offenders. Through Signal’s parking enforcement solutions you can help prevent these violators from showing up on your property, giving your residents, employees and customers the peace of mind they deserve.

(Note: The use of The Barnacle and The Tire Tag will vary based on location.)

Click here to learn more. 

Passion Award: Stephen Hayes
Signal of El Paso, TX & Signal of Greater Albuquerque, NM  


At Signal, we drive with passion in everything we do because passion connects people to purpose. 

Stephen Hayes exemplifies this every day. A positive and giving leader, Stephen is a role model to others in the network. He stays closely connected to the Home Office, ensuring he is personally executing operational details with excellence and accuracy. 

Beyond his own market, Stephen is always willing to lend advice and support anyone in the network who needs it, while maintaining strong results in his markets. His dedication, energy, and consistent positive attitude make him a powerful example of what it means to lead with passion. 

Honesty & Integrity Award: Jonas Palmer
Signal of Northwest Tennessee & Signal of Jackson, MS 

We live in honesty and integrity because without it, our company and our brand are hollow. 

Jonas Palmer has taken on some of our most challenging markets and turned them around in a remarkably short time. He leads from the front, never asking his team to do anything he isn’t willing to do himself. 

When feedback comes from the Home Office, whether operational or financial, Jonas responds with transparency and immediate follow-through. His professionalism, accountability, and respect in every interaction set a high standard for reliability and trust. 

Relationships Award: Mike Kosmet
Signal of Michigan 

We build relationships because healthy success can only be created with mutual respect for others. 

Mike Kosmet has demonstrated consistent success for more than a decade. He understands that collaboration fuels progress, as shown in his partnership with our Milwaukee office, which helped drive a significant market turnaround. 

Personable, responsive, and easy to work with, Mike prioritizes communication and follow-through. His ability to engage his team and work alongside peers has contributed to doubling the size of his business this year. He proves that strong relationships are a competitive advantage. 

Serving Award: Shane Wimer
Signal of Nebraska 

We serve our communities without hesitation because serving is the active ingredient in service. 

Shane Wimer led the development of Code Enforcement as a new service offering, generously sharing his entire process with the Home Office and fellow franchisees. His collaboration helped create sales and training materials that are driving growth across the network. 

He knows his officers by name and genuinely cares about their success, which is reflected in his team’s outstanding retention rates. Shane’s ability to balance strong financial performance with a people-first mindset makes his franchise a model for serving both community and team. 

Learning Award: Dan Liotta
Signal of Central and Northern Virginia  

We learn something every day by holding an open-minded approach to everything we do. 

Since joining Signal in 2023, Dan Liotta has made a significant impact. As a strategic and thoughtful leader, he delivers strong results and exceptional customer service by staying focused on sustainable growth. 

Dan is constantly seeking ways to improve his operations and bring more value to his market. His visionary mindset and commitment to continuous improvement remind us that growth begins with a willingness to learn.

Core Champion Award: Haris Johnson
Signal of Washington, D.C. 

While each award represents a specific value, the Core Champion brings them all together. 

Haris Johnson represents the full Signal mission in every aspect of his business. He makes a lasting impression in every interaction, from how he supports his officers to the passion he brings to serving clients. 

He is always exploring new ideas to improve his franchise and shows genuine appreciation for others across the network. His commitment to his team, his clients, and the future of Signal makes him a true Core Champion. 

Congratulations! 

These winners represent what makes Signal different. Our Core Values – Passion, Honesty & Integrity, Relationships, Serving, and Learning – are the foundation of how we operate and how we grow.  

To our 2025 Core Award winners: thank you for leading by example and for showing what it truly means to live the Signal mission.

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