Commercial vehicles parked in multimodal lane

[golfing eagles]

Does anyone, especially those versed in the law, know what is the statute regarding parking on the cart/bike lane. All too frequently contractors park their large trucks and trailers in the cart lane of roads such as Pinellas Pl., Hillsborough Tr., and Hendry Dr., blocking the entire cart lane and part of the roadway as well. I feel this creates a safety issue for carts, bikes and cars. I assume they do this for the convenience of accessing the back yard of homes with equipment and supplies, rather than entering the residential area and parking in front of the house. Now if a county worker is repairing the road or accessing a storm drain, that's one thing, but for a private contractor to create a safety hazard just for his own convenience is quite another. Thoughts?????? (Sorry, this has been a pet peeve of mine for years)

[Bogie Shooter]

Me thinks:

Sumter County
Sheriff's Office Main Number
(352) 569-1600

Lake County Sheriff's office
Non Emergency Number (352) 343-2101

[Topspinmo]

Are talking about diamond lanes? If so there should be regulations pertaining to them?

[billlaur]

I agree, doesnt seem right, they should unload what they have to and park elsewhere,but they leave the truck there all day ,it should be a violation...

[davem4616]

seems like this is not something that they should be doing....suggest that you call the company offices and ask if there is an alternative... they may not be aware

[champion6]

Me thinks:
Sumter County
Sheriff's Office Main Number
(352) 569-1600
Lake County Sheriff's office
Non Emergency Number (352) 343-2101
:agree:

[skip0358]

According to Sumter County Parking Ordinance 17 Exhibit A dated 8/21/90 Delivery Vehicles,Utility Company Vehicles,Service Vehicles, or other vehicles temporarily parked or stopped are OK as long as they're doing deliveries,construction,maintenance or other duties normally associated with the duties and responsibilities of the driver. If law enforcement determines it to be an immediate danger to the safety and welfare of the public then it must be moved.

[Number 10 GI]

I don't see the problem. If you come up on a vehicle parked in the cart lane you check to your rear to make sure it is safe to pass. If a person's driving skills are so poor that they can't do that simple maneuver then they need to stay off the road. I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway or the narrow street in their neighborhood. Where are they supposed to park?

[golfing eagles]

I don't see the problem. If you come up on a vehicle parked in the cart lane you check to your rear to make sure it is safe to pass. If a person's driving skills are so poor that they can't do that simple maneuver then they need to stay off the road. I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway or the narrow street in their neighborhood. Where are they supposed to park?

Well, I can guarantee that I'm a better driver than 99.9% of Villagers, and I see a problem with it. First of all, you cannot see anyone exiting a side street just past the vehicles. You cannot see if a pedestrian decides to "socially distance" and pops out from behind the truck. And you can't see any of the other hundreds of stupid things Villages drivers do. It's not as simply as just checking you mirror. And this occurs for the CONVENIENCE, not necessity of a private contractor.

PS. Do you really think blocking a driveway is acceptable?????

[Marathon Man]

It is indeed an inconvenience. But - that is all. More complaints about the little things. Geez.

[JoMar]

Well, I can guarantee that I'm a better driver than 99.9% of Villagers, and I see a problem with it. First of all, you cannot see anyone exiting a side street just past the vehicles. You cannot see if a pedestrian decides to "socially distance" and pops out from behind the truck. And you can't see any of the other hundreds of stupid things Villages drivers do. It's not as simply as just checking you mirror. And this occurs for the CONVENIENCE, not necessity of a private contractor.

PS. Do you really think blocking a driveway is acceptable?????

So slow down for what, 20 feet? I normally agree with 90% of your posts but this is a nit. There are bigger issues including carts that exceed 30 MPH

[cwhitecat]

I don't see the problem. If you come up on a vehicle parked in the cart lane you check to your rear to make sure it is safe to pass. If a person's driving skills are so poor that they can't do that simple maneuver then they need to stay off the road. I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway or the narrow street in their neighborhood. Where are they supposed to park?

They should park in the driveway of the property they are servicing.

[Ndomines]

Does anyone, especially those versed in the law, know what is the statute regarding parking on the cart/bike lane. All too frequently contractors park their large trucks and trailers in the cart lane of roads such as Pinellas Pl., Hillsborough Tr., and Hendry Dr., blocking the entire cart lane and part of the roadway as well. I feel this creates a safety issue for carts, bikes and cars. I assume they do this for the convenience of accessing the back yard of homes with equipment and supplies, rather than entering the residential area and parking in front of the house. Now if a county worker is repairing the road or accessing a storm drain, that's one thing, but for a private contractor to create a safety hazard just for his own convenience is quite another. Thoughts?????? (Sorry, this has been a pet peeve of mine for years)
U r right

[kendi]

Doesn’t other me one bit.

[stan the man]

Well, I can guarantee that I'm a better driver than 99.9% of Villagers, and I see a problem with it. First of all, you cannot see anyone exiting a side street just past the vehicles. You cannot see if a pedestrian decides to "socially distance" and pops out from behind the truck. And you can't see any of the other hundreds of stupid things Villages drivers do. It's not as simply as just checking you mirror. And this occurs for the CONVENIENCE, not necessity of a private contractor.

PS. Do you really think blocking a driveway is acceptable?????

I must be the .1% It's hard to be humble when I am perfect in every way

[72lions]

I don't see the problem. If you come up on a vehicle parked in the cart lane you check to your rear to make sure it is safe to pass. If a person's driving skills are so poor that they can't do that simple maneuver then they need to stay off the road. I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway or the narrow street in their neighborhood. Where are they supposed to park?

Thank you for saying what I was thinking. My fellow retirees really have too much time on their hands.

[Girlcopper]

I don't see the problem. If you come up on a vehicle parked in the cart lane you check to your rear to make sure it is safe to pass. If a person's driving skills are so poor that they can't do that simple maneuver then they need to stay off the road. I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway or the narrow street in their neighborhood. Where are they supposed to park?
Agree

[sloanst]

Use your left turn signal, steer left into the left (standard) lane and go around. It is that simple.

[Bill1701]

I see this often. There is no place else for them to park when they are doing work. Some will pull up onto the grass, but that is not always possible. It is not usually a problem. The ones I don't like are the people who park right next to the corner.

[PennBF]

There is an abundance of anger in the Villages and this is one that demonstrates it's existence. Rather than being upset because you have to steer your cart around them why not help them and wave and go about your business. They are working and you most likely are not and have the time to be courteous and help them along. Just another chance at being a "good person". :popcorn:

[golfing eagles]

I see this often. There is no place else for them to park when they are doing work. Some will pull up onto the grass, but that is not always possible. It is not usually a problem. The ones I don't like are the people who park right next to the corner.

Yes, there is!!!!! Park in the front of the house. Depending on what they are doing it may be less convenient, but a lot safer. To those who think it is no big deal, they haven't witnessed many near accidents because of these vehicles parked in a LANE OF TRAFFIC. Perhaps they should park in the right lane of I-75 as well. To my good friend who thinks I was nit picking, I agree. I did say it was a pet peeve:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[VApeople]

I've read posts where people complain about contractor vehicles blocking their driveway

When houses were being built in our neighborhood, the workers blocked our driveway. We called the police and they came right away to order them to move their vehicle.

After that, it never happened again.

[TimeForChange]

Me thinks:

Sumter County
Sheriff's Office Main Number
(352) 569-1600

Lake County Sheriff's office
Non Emergency Number (352) 343-2101

I don't think Sumter Co would say it is wrong as long as they put cones out in the road to alert oncoming traffic from behind. Many do not especially on the side streets.

[Bonsai Golfer]

Does anyone, especially those versed in the law, know what is the statute regarding parking on the cart/bike lane. All too frequently contractors park their large trucks and trailers in the cart lane of roads such as Pinellas Pl., Hillsborough Tr., and Hendry Dr., blocking the entire cart lane and part of the roadway as well. I feel this creates a safety issue for carts, bikes and cars. I assume they do this for the convenience of accessing the back yard of homes with equipment and supplies, rather than entering the residential area and parking in front of the house. Now if a county worker is repairing the road or accessing a storm drain, that's one thing, but for a private contractor to create a safety hazard just for his own convenience is quite another. Thoughts?????? (Sorry, this has been a pet peeve of mine for years)
Really! Slow down and proceed with caution. These guys are just trying to earn a living.

[golfing eagles]

Really! Slow down and proceed with caution. These guys are just trying to earn a living.

It has NOTHING to do with "speed". It has to do with visibility, especially near an intersection. And it has to do with a private entity PARKING IN AN ACTIVE LANE OF TRAFFIC. They can make the same living parking in front of the property, and do so without the possibility of someone else dying.

[Bogie Shooter]

When houses were being built in our neighborhood, the workers blocked our driveway. We called the police and they came right away to order them to move their vehicle.

After that, it never happened again.

You called the police before you spoke to the workers?

[doctorknow]

Does anyone, especially those versed in the law, know what is the statute regarding parking on the cart/bike lane. All too frequently contractors park their large trucks and trailers in the cart lane of roads such as Pinellas Pl., Hillsborough Tr., and Hendry Dr., blocking the entire cart lane and part of the roadway as well. I feel this creates a safety issue for carts, bikes and cars. I assume they do this for the convenience of accessing the back yard of homes with equipment and supplies, rather than entering the residential area and parking in front of the house. Now if a county worker is repairing the road or accessing a storm drain, that's one thing, but for a private contractor to create a safety hazard just for his own convenience is quite another. Thoughts?????? (Sorry, this has been a pet peeve of mine for years)

Agreed, it for there convenience..time is money so parking in front and walking to the back of homes takes time. Not to mention it is just easier to bring tools and equipment. But I agree it is a safety issue.

[mtdjed]

Chapter 17. MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, Code of Ordinances, Sumter County (http://sumtercounty-fl.elaws.us/code/coor_ch17) and more specifically http://sumtercounty-fl.elaws.us/code/coor_ch17_artii_div2_sec17-53

That is the statute. Enforcement seems to be left to the Law Enforcement Officer. (LEO)

Our opinions are not specifically relevant except our activities in this area that may provoke LEO.

[VApeople]

You called the police before you spoke to the workers?

There were five houses being built in our cul-de-sac and no worker confessed to being the one who was blocking our driveway.

When the police pulled up, the workers all seemed to disappear inside the houses. The police quickly found the culprit.

[eyc234]

It has NOTHING to do with "speed". It has to do with visibility, especially near an intersection. And it has to do with a private entity PARKING IN AN ACTIVE LANE OF TRAFFIC. They can make the same living parking in front of the property, and do so without the possibility of someone else dying.

Just can not get worked up about this. How many times a month does this happen? Bigger issue is the RV's blocking the street, grass mowers with trailers on the street, crazy Ma Jong ladies parked all over the street and the book club blocking the street. Also lions and tigers and bears, OH MY!

[jimlambert]

!!!!! Too bad you can’t capitalize and make bold your 5 exclamation marks to help you make your point. !!!!!

[golfing eagles]

!!!!! Too bad you can’t capitalize and make bold your 5 exclamation marks to help you make your point. !!!!!

I'm pretty sure I did:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Marshaw]

If there contractor is working at your house it's fine. Drive slower and your can accomplish all goals successfully.

[rmd2]

Well, I can guarantee that I'm a better driver than 99.9% of Villagers, and I see a problem with it.

Best comment of the day. LOL