The Winter Sidewalk Safety Amendment Act of 2011, introduced Tuesday by D.C. Council member Mary Cheh, would fine residents and businesses for not shoveling their snow. Here is what scofflaws will owe the city: $25 The amount residents will be charged

$250

The amount businesses will be charged

8 hours

The amount of time D.C. residents and businesses have to clear their sidewalks after a snowfall