DropSpot aims to improve Long Beach parking access

Long Beach is addressing a persistent challenge with the introduction of DropSpot Long Beach, an initiative aimed at transforming parking accessibility through technology.

DropSpot, a locally founded startup operating on the DropDesk Spaces platform, is set to transform how residents and visitors navigate the city’s parking landscape.

The service allows homeowners to list their unused parking spots on a user-friendly mobile app, granting them complete control over pricing and availability. This provides users with convenient access to additional parking options in high-demand areas, such as the West End.

“The economic impacts of offering additional parking in city areas is tangible for local businesses,” Graham Beck, co-founder and CEO of DropDesk LLC, said. “Offering just a small amount of additional parking in the West End will allow restaurants and shops to realize more customers and future marketing opportunities through the DropDesk Spaces Marketplace. We have all circled the block without finding parking and opted to shop or dine in another area or town because no parking is available.”

The DropSpot app, set to begin accepting bookings in the coming weeks following a host onboarding phase that started on July 1, promises flexible parking solutions tailored to various needs.

“By offering more parking options, it will be easier for residents and visitors to shop, dine, work, and enjoy our boardwalk and beaches,” Beck said. “Hourly parking and day-long parking options will cater to a wide range of needs in these areas of hard-to-find parking.”

By offering additional spaces in high-traffic areas, DropSpot aims to boost foot traffic and customer engagement for shops and restaurants.

It is important to know that the spot owner or host has complete control over all bookings including rates, duration and rules for the use of the space, according to Beck.

Residents and visitors alike can anticipate a smoother parking experience with DropSpot’s launch. Beck encouraged interested homeowners to register their parking spots on the DropSpot website to participate in this community-driven solution.

For more information on DropSpot Long Beach and how to get involved, visit Drop-Spot.io.