06/03/2026
Man Facebook is spicy today!!
We posted the reminder about trash cans because residents have raised legitimate concerns about cans being left out for days at a time.
Some of these cans end up in the roadway, which creates a real safety issue for drivers and pedestrians. When that happens, it becomes more than an inconvenience, it becomes a hazard.
City Ordinance 92.03 has been in place for years, and it applies to everyone equally. If you already pull your can(s) back after pickup, then this post wasn’t directed at you. But when we receive complaints, we have a responsibility to address them, even if the topic isn’t exciting or glamorous.
Trash pickup delays, missed cans, and other service frustrations are absolutely valid concerns and I hope those those issues are being communicated to the appropriate departments. But Code Enforcement’s role is to address violations that impact safety, cleanliness, and the overall condition of our community. A can left out for days at a time is a violation, and the complaints about it are justified.
We’ll continue focusing on all areas of compliance (not just trash cans) and we’ll keep working to make sure Cloverport stays safe, clean, and moving in the right direction. And just as a reminder: our meetings are open to the public, and everyone is welcome to attend, listen, ask questions, or even volunteer their time...just like we do.
A lot of work happens behind the scenes, and if you’ve ever attended or watched a council meeting, you already know that. We encourage anyone with concerns, ideas, or a desire to help to be part of the process.