Powell · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Powell public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Sidewalk clearance and pedestrian safety
Low-hanging branches over sidewalks — some under five feet — clip kids on bikes and walkers. The board wants quick fixes on the worst offenders while the bigger pruning plan develops.
Traffic blocking at Powell Road and Bartholomew Run
A Bartholomew Run resident said cars routinely block his neighborhood's entrance at Home Road, in violation of state law. Staff are installing a do-not-block-intersection sign, delayed by utility-locate paperwork, and he suggested flashing signals or officers during peak times.