Hewett received email stating "... a number of weeks ago, a mirror or something was broken at this address. There were shards all over the sidewalk, tree plot, and yard. Someone cleared the sidewalk. But, there are still tons of shards in the tree plot and yard."
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There is a seemingly unoccupied "plex" at 1410 W 15th St with open trash and recycling bins by the street. Trash is strewn all over the lot and the adjoining properties are messed up too--for at least 3 weeks, maybe more.
Excessive growth
Excessive growth
Trash left out on front yard for days.
Trash at property, see email attachments
Sent Monday, May 21: "I have been to your office to complain about the mess at 823 w. 7th street. The front porch is covered with trash that has been accumulating for 15-20 years. The back and side yards are overgrown and contain litter and receptacles that can fill with standing water. The property is a breeding ground for mosquitos, rats, and other pests. I and several neighbors believe it poses a risk to public health. Your enforcement officer took a look, but told me that nothing was ticketable. I respectfully disagree. While the overgrown vegetation is not “turf grass”, it is a menace and eyesore. The garbage on the porch attracts human as well as animal pests. It invites others to litter and dump on the property. Although I was at your office, I was not given a complaint form to sign. Nor was I able to submit a complaint on your website. (I don’t know why unless it was my iPad) I definitely want to file an official complaint and have it kept on record. I also ask you to reconsider and help us to clean up this blight on the neighborhood. Thank you."
Smell noted in email to Doris Sims (Director).
Ms. Young is reporting unsightly weeds and trash at 823 W. 7th Street as well as trimmings and brush that have not been removed. The vegetation and debris detract from the overall tidiness of the neighborhood and may compromise public health by attracting unwanted pests.