06/11/2026
IS ONE OF THOSE SMALL DECISIONS THAT ENDS UP AFFECTING EVERYONE AROUND YOU.
I have no problem with people washing their vehicles at home. In fact, most homeowners do it from time to time.
What I do have a problem with is when the runoff becomes everyone else's inconvenience.
In this case, a routine SUV wash sent soapy water flowing out of the driveway, across the public sidewalk, and into the street. Foam covered portions of the walkway, leaving pedestrians to either step through the mess or go out of their way to avoid it.
At one point, even someone walking a dog had to stop and figure out how to get around the runoff.
Is it a major crisis? Of course not.
But sidewalks are shared spaces. Children ride bikes on them. Neighbors walk their pets. Families, joggers, and pedestrians use them every day.
A little extra effort to contain the water or redirect the runoff could have prevented the issue entirely.
Being considerate of shared spaces is part of being a good neighbor. Small actions may seem insignificant, but they can have an impact on everyone around us.
What do you think?
Would you say something if you saw this, or would you simply let it go?
