Cleveland City Council introduced legislation to tackle street racing Monday night.
The prohibitions include blocking intersections, burnouts, doughnuts, wheelies, drifting, and stunt driving, according to a release from Cleveland City Council.
“We need to get the attention of these street outlaws, who think this is the wild, wild west and they can do anything they like on our Cleveland roads and parking lots,” said Ward 8 Councilman Mike Polensek. Cleveland Police would also be able to seize “vehicle components” like steering wheels, tires, and more with the new legislation.
“This behavior is unacceptable and has put our citizens, visitors and businesses at risk,” said Council President Blaine A. Griffin. “The morale of the city has been shaken. We want action and that’s why we’re are taking this important step. We have to hold people accountable.”The new ordinance will conform to changes in state law, which becomes effective Oct.
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