Hourly parking rates at metered spots in downtown Hood River will increase from $1 to $1.25 an hour beginning on July 1.  Payment options include two phone apps, and Cale machines on every block which accept coins and credit/debit cards.  In addition City of Hood River officials say citations for failure to pay and overtime parking city-wide will increase from $29 to $35.  They say the City’s parking program is primarily concerned with encouraging turnover of desirable parking spots in busy areas, as well as street maintenance.  The City also reminds the community and visitors that vehicles, recreational vehicles, trailers and other personal property are prohibited from remaining parked in the same location for over one week.