The residents also have a lot of trash piled up between our houses...their garbage smells, and their yard is an eyesore.

I am also concerned about their animal... he looks neglected. very scruffy and filthy...they keep him outside all the time in the heat of the day. I truly belive animal services needs to be notified.

Ms. Kennedy,
The residents complied with City Code by moving the vehicle to the driveway. The violation was parking in the grass. There is no law against having an ugly vehicle but we can address a vehicle that has been stored in the exact location for more than a month. We will monitor jeep for movement.
Tad will check the yard condition today and start the enforcement process.
Thanks

I appreciate your response. The vehicle obviously does not run because it has not moved since it was parked in the drive...I simply cannot understand why someone would not either fix it, sell it or haul it off. Your coorporatioin is greatly appreciated.

The following is a statement from the Maumelle Animal Services Manager. "I personally went out and checked the dog. The breed of the dog makes it “scruffy” and yes it could use a bath but the overall health is good. The owner showed me the food it eats, etc. All is well with the dog at this residence. "
Submitted by Maumelle Mayor Michael Watson.
ps It would be easier and you might receive a more timely response if you would contact the City personnel directly or through the City's website "Eyes on Maumelle" section.
Thank you.

Thanks.

No, it has not. The vehicle was simply relocated to the street. I spoke to Code Enforcement about the situation again and he stated that the resident said the vehicle does indeed run but she cannot drive it because she is pregnant. So, she drives the other 2 vehicles. Although, the other residents don't drive it either.

The Jeep was jump started to move a few feet but evidentially will indeed run, if only briefly. So now it sits on the street and the neighbors will simply have have to drive around it for another 3 weeks before it is illegal again, according to Code Enforcement. Then I suppose they will jump start it again and move it back to the driveway for another 30 days and so on. I've done my part in trying to improve the neighborhood, it's now in the hands of the City.

What saddens me is that I moved to Maumelle because I thought that the standards would be highter and he quality of life better, but have been sorely disallusioned.

Not resolved. Vehicle was moved from yard to drive, then from drive to street after Code visited last time. Been there for about 3 weeks now and has not moved.. When it has been 30 days I plan to contact Code again.

Still not resolved. Jeep has been sitting on Hightrail Cove for over 30 days now...it has not moved one time in 30 days. In fact, in the last 90 days it has only moved 3 times...from the yard ....to the driveway...to the road. I thought this is why we have a Code Enforcement...?

After 90 days..vehicle has moved from yard, to drive, to street and now back to driveway. Vehicle is never used and has to be jumped to relocate each time. On hearing the engine once it starts, it's obvious that is has major engine problems. Is this in compliance with the city code...i.e... as long as it's moved every 30 days this could go on indefinitely?

No, vehicle still sitting in drive from last Code visit....about 30 days now, and has been joined by another
one (no tags) parked behind it. The second has been there around 3 weeks now. Neither are being used due to mechanical problems. But, evidentally, as long as it's moved to a new location each 30 days it's not a problem for the city. So, really it's pointless for me to complain again, so just call the issue closed.

Not resolved....

Resolved