Connecticut House Bill HB06053

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/24/13
• Refer: 1/24/13

Caption

An Act Allowing Any Municipality To Make Certain Nonpermanent Improvements Along State Roads Within Such Municipality.

Impact

If enacted, HB 6053 would grant local governments more autonomy and flexibility to manage their state road environments, thus potentially leading to cleaner and more well-maintained public areas. Municipalities could install trash receptacles more efficiently, promoting community cleanliness and encouraging residents and visitors to engage in proper waste disposal. This flexibility is anticipated to enhance local pride and ownership over public spaces.

Summary

House Bill 6053 proposes amendments to the general statutes that would empower municipalities to undertake certain nonpermanent improvements along state roads located within their boundaries. This includes actions such as placing and servicing trash receptacles without needing approval from the Department of Transportation. The primary aim of this bill is to ease the maintenance burdens currently placed on the state’s Department of Transportation and to address issues of littering in public spaces.

Contention

While the bill does seek to empower municipalities, it may raise concerns among various stakeholders, including state regulatory bodies and local citizens. There might be apprehensions regarding the uniformity of urban aesthetic and safety standards along state roads since municipalities could have varying capacities and approaches to these improvements. This can lead to discussions about the standards and guidelines for such installations to ensure they meet both safety and community needs.