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Clean Curb Act discussion draws residents; committee holds bill to refine enforcement and agency role
Summary
CB15, the Clean Curb Act, which would ban objects left on county roads and authorize agencies to remove cones/objects, drew extensive public comment and was held so staff and agencies can refine enforcement language and outreach.
The Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee on March 27 heard testimony from multiple neighborhood associations and held CB15, the Clean Curb Act of 2025, to allow more work with county agencies on enforcement authority, exceptions and community outreach.
Sponsor Chair Olsen said the bill would prohibit leaving cones, buckets and other objects in public rights‑of‑way to prevent obstruction, unfair parking claims, and pedestrian and emergency access hazards. The draft authorizes certain county agencies to remove objects from county roads and provides exceptions for governmental entities and public utilities.
More than a half‑dozen residents and community association leaders testified in favor of clear authority to remove objects and the need for better permit and parking alternatives. Dwayne Stanton, president of the Martin’s Woods Community Association, told the committee the practice can lead to confrontations and public‑safety risks. “Blocking streets with cones and objects creates confusion for drivers as well as pedestrians,” Stanton said.
Other witnesses asked for better county outreach and alternatives so residents are not left without options; several asked the council to make permit parking and handicap accommodations easier to obtain. Kate Subada of West Lanham Hills urged the council to consider helping neighborhoods create off‑street parking pads or temporary curb ramps for elderly residents who cannot easily access off‑street parking.
Administration representatives and department analysts raised implementation questions about which agency would remove objects and how to avoid removal of cones placed for legitimate construction or utility safety purposes. Revenue Authority staff noted their core charge is parking enforcement and recommended clarifying agency roles. Public Works cautioned that cones placed to protect an open hazard or active worksite serve a safety function and cannot be removed without assessing liability.
After discussion, Council member Donoga moved to hold CB15 so sponsors and the administration can work through agency roles, enforcement procedures and outreach; the motion to hold carried 5‑0.
Committee members said they will return to the bill after interagency conversations and suggested outreach to neighborhoods before any sweep or removal program is implemented.
