Large (20+ ') Ailanthus altissima (so-called "tree of heaven", noxious and prohibited) trees growing on NE corner of lot, close to sidewalks. Another opportunity for HAND to connect with residents and make more friends.
NW corner of lot has Japanese knotweed and tree-of-heaven growing along the property line, providing privacy. Not clear if it is this address or 214 E. 11th or both, but given that HAND doesn't like these plants, they will need to be removed by someone.
Many trees-of-heaven growing in backyard along the alley (east property line).
Many trees-of-heaven growing in backyard (southside of house) around deck. Also, *large* tree-of-heaven close to the SW corner of lot.
Japanese knotweed growing all around deck-like area in backyard on NE corner of lot.
Tree limb is going to fall on sidewalk - Gary our parking enforcement mentioned it and examination verifies it. Photo attached.
3 areas of the exterior of the building of Lockerbie Court Condos had graffiti
Property owner blew leaves all over sidewalks along both Cottage Grove and Lincoln, where they have piled up and are blocking passage and making the walkways slippery and dangerous. If the City refuses to pick up leaves, they should at least follow through and fine people who blow leaves onto ther people's property or public thoroughfares. The argument that the leaves will eventually decay is specious; that line of thought could be extended to saying that there is no need for laws at all because eventually everyone alive today will one day be dead.
Apartment sign at corner of Cottage Grove and Walnut makes it difficult to see oncoming pedestrians before attempting to make right turn onto Walnut.
Apartment sign at corner of Cottage Grove and Walnut makes it difficult to see oncoming pedestrians before attempting to make right turn onto Walnut.