HONK Partners with OHSU to Streamline Parking Reservations Across Campus
PORTLAND OR, February 4, 2025 – HONK, North America’s leading provider of contactless payments for parking, has partnered with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to introduce a parking reservation system that simplifies parking for those commuting for work and education, while enhancing operational efficiency across the campus.
“This new reservation system has made managing our limited parking easier,” said Brett Dodson, OHSU’s Director of Campus Access and Commute Services. “Students, contractors, vendors, volunteers and non-patient visitors can book their spots in advance and arrive with peace of mind, while our team now has the tools we need to manage parking more efficiently and make more educated operational decisions.”
The HONK-powered system includes two parking portals to meet the diverse needs of OHSU’s campus. The Public Parking Portal enables folks to pre-book parking at nine of OHSU’s on-campus lots, ensuring a hassle-free experience upon arrival. The Guest Parking Portal is designed for OHSU departments and staff to reserve parking for their visiting guests, up to two months in advance, and the option of department promo codes for simplified billing.
Real-time reporting and analytics offer a detailed view of parking trends, enabling administrators to make informed adjustments and plan with confidence. With the ability to update parking availability on demand, OHSU can quickly adapt to the evolving needs of its campus.
“What stood out most about working with HONK was how closely they worked with us to get it right,” said Michael Hatchell, OHSU’s Parking Manager. “Their team ensured the system fit into the unique needs of our campus, and we really appreciated the time and attention they provided as we worked through all of our use cases.”
“OHSU is an essential part of the Portland community, and we’re proud to help make parking simpler for everyone who steps onto their campus,” said Michael Back, HONK’s Founder and CEO. “This partnership demonstrates how modern parking technology can deliver meaningful improvements for both parkers and operators alike.”
By partnering with HONK, OHSU has introduced a smarter, more efficient way to manage parking for its students, contractors, and other non-patient visitors while strengthening its operational capabilities.
About OHSU
OHSU is Oregon’s only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon.
