The post misrepresents the parking meter situation. Mayor Johnson actually attempted to buy back the meters from the existing contractor and withdrew the bid—the opposite of what the post claims. The firm seeking to acquire the parking meter lease is Stonepeak Partners. Multiple sources report that Stonepeak has ties to contracts related to ICE work, but calling it straightforwardly "an ICE contractor" overstates the connection. The concern appears to be about the company's involvement with ICE-related business, not that it's primarily an immigration enforcement contractor. Regarding the City Council vote, sources do confirm that council approval is required for this deal, though confirmation of a vote scheduled for this specific week is limited. Aldermen have been notified about the meter situation recently.