However they are difficult to enforce because there are not enough police to call upon. Responsible, reasonable people will recognize the value of the ordinances. Most parents or guardians will be responsible enough not to allow their youngsters out after certain hours. People generally do not walk the streets drinking alcoholic beverages. They also respect the need we all have for peace and quiet at certain times of the day and evening.
People sweep up litter that accumulates on their sidewalks and throw it in a trash bin.
Most people place their garbage in proper containers or trash bags and move them to the street or alley no earlier then twelve hours before pickup. Unfortunately there seems to be a growing number of people who are either defiant or disrespectful of the law or ignorant of the law. City residents, landlords and tenants and business people, must know the ordinances and where they can call to report instances when they are ignored. The following is a list of Troy City ordinances relating to quality of life issues and the people to contact when it becomes necessary to do so. Drinking in Public . . .