uReport

City of Bloomington, Indiana

closed: Can't Fix #184176

Parks & Playgrounds:

Other: I am writing to bring your attention to a serious safety concern at the entrance of the Winslow Sports Park in Bloomington, Indiana, specifically the lack of a sidewalk and clear crosswalk on Highland Avenue. As a concerned resident and frequent park user, I would like to request immediate action to address this issue to prevent potential accidents and injuries. On [date], I had two close encounters where I almost got hit by cars speeding into the park and not paying attention to pedestrians. This alarming situation made me realize the imminent danger that exists for both pedestrians and drivers. Given that the park is designed to promote pedestrian activity, it is essential to create a safe and accessible environment for all users, especially considering the large neighborhood across the street. I kindly request the following actions to be taken as soon as possible: 1. Construction of a Sidewalk: I urge you to install a sidewalk along Highland Avenue leading up to the entrance of Winslow Sports Park. This would provide a designated path for pedestrians and separate them from vehicular traffic, ensuring their safety. 2. Installation of a Clear Crosswalk: It is imperative to establish a clearly marked crosswalk at the park entrance, complete with visible signage and pedestrian indicators. This would serve as a visual cue for drivers to yield to pedestrians and encourage safer crossing. By addressing these concerns promptly, we can prevent any potential accidents and injuries that may arise from the current hazardous situation. Moreover, enhancing the accessibility and safety of the park would further encourage pedestrian engagement and contribute to the overall well-being of our community. I kindly request that you consider the urgency of this matter and allocate the necessary resources to implement these changes. I am also willing to collaborate with the appropriate departments or community organizations to help facilitate the process and ensure a successful outcome. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I believe that with your support, we can create a safer environment for all park users and foster a greater sense of community. I look forward to hearing from you soon regarding the proposed course of action.

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Tim Street
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History

1/5/2024 13:46:00 Closed by Tim Street

Alan, I think you'd also recieved an e-mail previously but wanted to follow up on this. We are looking at some safety issues within the park, but have put this area on the City's Bike/Ped Safety Coordinator (Hank Duncan, in the Planning Dept) regarding a potential crosswalk. They are looking at it in tandem with other traffic calming and safety initiatives around town for prioritization, etc.

Sent notification to Tim Street, Anonymous
https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=184176 Closed by Tim Street Alan, I think you'd also recieved an e-mail previously but wanted to follow up on this. We are looking at some safety issues within the park, but have put this area on the City's Bike/Ped Safety Coordinator (Hank Duncan, in the Planning Dept) regarding a potential crosswalk. They are looking at it in tandem with other traffic calming and safety initiatives around town for prioritization, etc.

6/13/2023 09:15:14 Anonymous assigned this case to Tim Street

Sent notification to Tim Street, Anonymous
https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=184176 Paula McDevitt assigned this case to Tim Street You can use the link to follow progress on this case.

6/13/2023 09:15:02 Anonymous contacted Anonymous

Alan...thank you for your uReport. I will meet with Parks staff and Public Works (sidewalks) to discuss. In the meantime...we'll also take a look at a temporary solution/signage to alert drivers entering the complex to pedestrians on the trail.

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https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=184176 Paula McDevitt contacted Alan Goodno Alan...thank you for your uReport. I will meet with Parks staff and Public Works (sidewalks) to discuss. In the meantime...we'll also take a look at a temporary solution/signage to alert drivers entering the complex to pedestrians on the trail.

6/12/2023 18:30:38 Anonymous assigned this case to Anonymous

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https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=184176 Anonymous assigned this case to Paula McDevitt You can use the link to follow progress on this case.

6/12/2023 18:30:38 Opened by Anonymous

735 E Olde Mill CIR

CityBloomington
StateIN
Zip47401
Latitude39.139068603516
Longitude-86.51789855957
TownshipPerry

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