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Council amends code to require snow removal on local streets, unanimous vote
Summary
The council amended the consolidated city and county code to require snow removal services on local streets. The change passed unanimously and councilors praised the committee process and outreach to residents and departments.
The Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday amended chapter 6-21, article 3 of the consolidated code to require snow removal services on local streets. The measure passed the full council unanimously.
Chairwoman Jones, who led the Public Works Committee through the ordinance development, told colleagues the item grew from extensive outreach to residents and coordination with city departments. "Our constituents... we did hear you," she said, summarizing the committee's engagement and multiple meetings, both in-person and by Zoom.
Several councilors commended Chairwoman Jones and staff for the inclusive approach and incremental development of the proposal. Councilor Boehme called the change "a big win for the city and its citizens," and others said the amendment reflected careful review with stakeholders.
The committee reported the measure out with an 11-0 vote and the council adopted the ordinance without recorded opposition. Supporters emphasized that the move is intended to start plowing local streets sooner and to respond to constituent concerns about winter service delivery.
The ordinance will require the Department of Public Works and relevant departments to implement revised snow-removal operations on local streets as specified by the amended code; staff and council will continue to coordinate on operational details and public communication.
