Case Date:

6/10/2023

Attn. Parks Department A request to install a dog waste station at the Park Ridge park. We have discussed preliminary logistics with staff member Joanna Sparks when she met with us on a related parks initiative. We believe the station will be well utilized and maintained by our park custodial staff member. He provides good consistent service by the way. Please consider this request, placed in a shady area maybe at the base of the ADA path close to the street circle level. We have many dog walkers in the area so it will be appreciated. Thank you -

Case Date:

6/12/2023

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.

Case Date:

6/13/2023

Seminary park is a mess! The whole area around the park very dangerous. There are people using drugs and alcohol in public view, trash everywhere, lots of stolen merchandise (shopping carts), constant fights, illegal camps, etc…how does the city allows this to go on for years and years without any resolution? Your solutions do not work and will not work! It’s the standard definition of insanity…”keep doing the same thing and expect change”. Maybe it’s time to do something different…or will the city wait for more people to get hurt or killed?

Case Date:

6/14/2023

Winslow farms park (at the ball fields) only has one very disgusting looking water fountain. Would love to see a new water fountain for the kids, possibly with a water fill option. Thanks!

Case Date:

6/14/2023

Since the new trail was built, there are no garbage bins or places to place dog poop. There is a dog poop station where you can get bags, but since there is no where to dispose, there are plastic dog poop bags all over the trail because people are just throwing them anywhere

Case Date:

6/17/2023

Japanese knotweed.

Case Date:

6/19/2023

I have encountered the security service truck several times while walking on the trail at RCA Park and the windows are tinted so that you cannot see who is inside the truck. This makes me feel unsafe.

Case Date:

6/20/2023

There are people camping in the woods at RCA park. This place is not a campground. They are making fires in the woods.

Case Date:

6/22/2023

The southwest half of court(closest to the school)has a very deep crevice. One of our ladies that play there often( three x a week) almost fell. She had had two hip replacements. It is a hazard for all that play. Other courts happened to be full.

Case Date:

6/23/2023

As a frequent pickleball player at RCA park, I notice how much the parking lot is need of repairs and fresh blacktop.