If you encounter a parked car while cleaning a street, what is your best course of action?

Politely asking the owner to move their car is the most appropriate and effective response in this situation because it promotes communication and can foster a cooperative relationship between the sanitation workers and the community. This approach allows for a resolution that ensures the street can be cleaned properly without causing damage to the vehicle or disrupting the cleaning operation. Engaging the car owner directly can lead to an immediate resolution, saving time and encouraging community involvement in maintaining cleanliness.

While moving the sweeper around the car could work in some cases, it might not be efficient, especially if the vehicle is positioned in a way that prevents thorough cleaning. Reporting the car to the police could lead to delays in the cleaning process and may not result in swift action, which compromises the efficiency of street cleaning. Blocking the car with the sweeper is not only disrespectful to the car owner but could also lead to potential damage to the vehicle or create safety hazards in the area. Thus, direct communication is the best strategy in such scenarios.