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Resident asks county for help with trash and litter in Lexington Park neighborhood
Summary
A Lexington Park resident described recurring litter problems in her neighborhood and asked the county to consider providing trash cans or a designated collection area to reduce frequent roadside dumping.
Shamia Bowers, a Lexington Park resident, told the Aug. 1 St. Mary’s County public forum that recurring trash and litter in parts of Lexington Park — particularly near protected homes — is a persistent problem. She said residents regularly clean their streets only to find litter returned days later and suggested the county consider placing trash cans or a designated collection area to reduce littering.
“It's a really big problem,” Bowers said, noting elderly neighbors often handle cleanup and volunteers cannot sustain the effort alone. She requested the county explore practical measures to reduce recurring litter and encourage disposal in appropriate containers.
Commissioners did not take formal action during the forum; the comment was recorded for forwarding to county directors for staff response.
