Other
701-799 W 13th St, Bloomington, Indiana, 47404
- Case Date:
- 5/22/2019
Last year I was in contact with Lee Huss via uReport about a tree that needed to be planted (to replace one that died and was removed) in the tree plot by the sidewalk outside 715 West 13th Street. He said he would take care of it this spring. I want to make sure I am still on his radar. Thanks.
- Case Date:
- 5/20/2019
These trees fell across the trail at Griffy that leads from Lanam Road to the creek. They are difficult to scramble over and need to be cut. They have been there awhile. They will need to be cut in order to remove the trash in my other ureport. There is another large tree near these that should probably be cut as well though it can be stepped over.
- Case Date:
- 5/20/2019
This pile of trash is on the trail at Griffy that leads from Lanam Road to the creek. A few workers with wheelbarrows could remove it (once some downed trees on the trail are removed.)
Parks & Playgrounds
Bloomington, Indiana
- Case Date:
- 5/18/2019
Re: 168092, filed 4/14/19 and not answered. When you installed the lights along the paved path between Olcott Park and Sherwood Oaks Park, you disturbed a wide swathe of wildfowers. These include Bloodroot, Jack in the Pulpit, Toadshade Trillium, Larkspur, Trout Lily, Cut Leaved Toothwort, Harbinger of Spring and Spring Beauty. Now you have planted grass, which does not belong in a woodland, and when mowed will further damage these native plants. This bit of woods is most unusual in the city for its native plants and trees. Is there not anyone in the Parks Department who values this? We are losing our native plants.
Parks & Rec Programs
728 E Atwater AVE
- Case Date:
- 5/15/2019
Just had a question on paddle things at Griffey on this Saturday 8:30-10
Can someone who has kahaki and life best and paddle join the if it full since have equipment
Trails
584-1398 W Church Ln, Bloomington, Indiana, 47403
- Case Date:
- 5/14/2019
People riding horses on the Clear Creek trail are not cleaning up after themselves.
Parks & Rec Programs
501 N Morton ST
- Case Date:
- 5/12/2019
Is the Aqua Yoga class for 2019 at Mills Pool or at Bryan Park? It is listed as Mills some places and Bryan Park when you register.
Parks & Playgrounds
Bloomington, Indiana
- Case Date:
- 5/10/2019
There is a huge grassy plot of land next to Sherwood Oaks Park that has gone seemingly unused for years. It would be great if this expanse of land could be used to create a dog park. There are many dog owners in the Bloomington community that frequent Sherwood Oaks Park, and adding a simple dog park there would give this unused plot of land some purpose and revitalize the park as a whole. This grassy expanse is located alongside the Jackson Creek Trail, a long sidewalk that many dog owners use, myself included. Having the dog park located here would be highly accessible, useful, and convenient.
As you may already know, there is already a dog park in Bloomington called Ferguson Dog Park; however, it is in a secluded location and quite far off from local neighborhoods. Commuting there and back is a hassle, and I'm sure many other Bloomington dog owners would agree.
This proposed dog park wouldn't have to be fancy. I suggest 2-3 separate fenced-in areas (each area suits different dog sizes/mannerisms) as well as a shaded picnic/sitting area. A dog wash station would be ideal, but not necessary. These suggestions are based off of the design of Ferguson Dog Park, so Ferguson can definitely be consulted for ideas during the creation of this proposed Sherwood Oaks dog park.
In the picture above, the dotted lines represent a rough idea for the fencing that would separate the dog park into the 3 areas.
Sidewalk & Curb Complaints
2078-2166 S Highland Ave, Bloomington, Indiana, 47401
- Case Date:
- 5/10/2019
When making a right turn into Winslow Sports Complex from South Highland Avenue, there is a large fir tree right on the corner. This tree blocks any view of pedestrians or bikers on the sidewalk directly behind the tree. This is a problem mainly for turning right rather than turning left into the area. I have personally had several incidents where we are turning into the area from the road and have had to stop unexpectedly to allow pedestrians to walk by. Although there is a small "caution" sign post there, it seems inadequate and unsafe regardless. My proposal is to cut down this large fir tree in order to create a safer environment for both drivers and pedestrians at this well-frequented corner.
Parks & Playgrounds
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
- Case Date:
- 5/8/2019
I've noticed the systematic cutting of the wild grape vines throughout the Griffy Nature Preserve. These are native Indiana plants used as food by wildlife, not an alien invasive species. Why are these being cut from the nature preserve? Shouldn't this area be allowed to remain as wild as possible?