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Commissioners debate litter enforcement, tarping rules and use of incarcerated workers for cleanup
Summary
Officials discussed complaints about debris from untarped loads, asked the city attorney to research requiring tarps for individuals, noted the city ordinance fine limit is $50 per day, and said judges and the district attorney have signaled support for using incarcerated individuals for litter cleanup.
Commissioners discussed multiple complaints about litter and unsecured loads on city streets and asked the city attorney to review enforcement options.
Commissioner Everett said residents have reported individuals hauling debris to the dump without tarps, with debris strewn on streets. He asked whether individuals could be required to tarp loads; City Attorney Elliott said he would look into the legal authority to require tarping.
Commissioner Shipley said that, in discussions with local judges and the district attorney’s office, those offices are on board with using incarcerated individuals for litter cleanup. Mayor Nunley asked about fines; City Attorney Elliott said the city ordinance allows a $50-per-day fine and that higher fines could be imposed by a judge but might require a jury trial.
Officials also noted a Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful cleanup scheduled for Oct. 1 at 9:00 a.m. and encouraged community participation. The board asked staff and the attorney to return with legal options for tighter enforcement.
