Galveston Parking

[scubaslayer]

Just a heads up since I stumbled across this change, there is no longer free port parking for disabled veterans and purple heart recipients. It is now a 15% discount. It would have been a surprise for us when we arrive to sail since it was free parking last time we were there. Apparently this changed in 2021(?) so I am sure it might catch others by surprise.

[Ret MP]

On 7/2/2022 at 12:38 PM, scubaslayer said:

Just a heads up since I stumbled across this change, there is no longer free port parking for disabled veterans and purple heart recipients. It is now a 15% discount. It would have been a surprise for us when we arrive to sail since it was free parking last time we were there. Apparently this changed in 2021(?) so I am sure it might catch others by surprise.

Yep.  And it's not just disabled for a 15% discount, you must be at least 50% Disabled AND you must enroll in their rewards program.  In the Port of Galveston, your service only counts if you are a 50% disabled Vet.  Check out question #1 below:

 

https://www.portofgalveston.com/FormCenter/Disabled-Veteran-Discount-Request-Form-4/Disabled-Veterans-Purple-Heart-Recipient-37

 

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1. Check Box If:
   I certify that I am a Disabled Veteran with a minimum of 50% service-related disability or a Purple Heart Recipient.
   1. yes
2. Check Box If:
   I certify that I am a requesting a parking space for myself as a disabled veteran and not for the use of another person.
   1. yes
3. First Name*
    
4. Last Name*
    
5. Address1
    
6. Address2
    
7. State
    
8. Zip
    
9. City
    
10. Upload supporting document*

    Upload Award Letter showing service-connected disability of 50% or higher OR DD-214 showing that the individual was a recipient of a Purple Heart Medal.

11. Identification Documentation*

    Drivers license or state-issued ID must match the name on the DD-214 or Award Letter.

12.  

[scubaslayer]

I missed that since I was looking at the purple heart information at the time. I am just glad I stumbled across the information before arriving at the port.

[Ret MP]

I should have mentioned the Purple Heart, above.

[scubaslayer]

I just want the information out there for others. No one likes surprise expenses when they get there.