https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Closed by John Hewett I requested the Monroe County Health Department investigate the rat complaint. Kody Clark of MCHD checked the area. He didn't see any rats, but will monitor the area. John

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Tonda Radewan assigned this case to John Hewett You can use the link to follow progress on this case. Called on 10/4/24. Gave name & contact info to JH. Still has issues with rats in compost bin which are trying to get into her garage. This is separate uReport# that looks like was closed as a duplicate. Updated her on the excessive growth/Johnson Grass status.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 John Hewett assigned this case to Mike Arnold You can use the link to follow progress on this case.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Rachael Sargent assigned this case to John Hewett You can use the link to follow progress on this case. Overgrown grass is Johnson grass, listed as a prohibited species in Title 20.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Rachael Sargent commented on this case. Staff inspected site - determined overgrown grass to be Johnson grass, which is a prohibited species in Title 20.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Jennifer Burrell commented on this case. Complainant called and was transferred to Planning by HAND and wanted it noted that they do not feel the lawn is naturalized and have concerns. The mosquito issue and rats are still persisting and the compost still is uncovered. Let them know we will note their updated report information and staff will follow up after investigations and coordination have occurred.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Rachael Sargent commented on this case. Staff will visit site and update case.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Joy Brown assigned this case to Rachael Sargent You can use the link to follow progress on this case. Rachael, sending to you to potentially check the plant species present here.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Mike Arnold assigned this case to Joy Brown You can use the link to follow progress on this case. Does this property meet naturalized landscaping

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 John Hewett assigned this case to Mike Arnold You can use the link to follow progress on this case.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Anonymous assigned this case to John Hewett You can use the link to follow progress on this case.

https://bloomington.in.gov/crm/tickets/view?ticket_id=193415 Opened by Anonymous Dear Constituent: Thank you for submitting information to us via uReport. We value your input and hope that we will be able to address your questions and concerns. HAND neighborhood compliance officers will inspect the property and determine if the weeds, grass or plants are in violation of the Bloomington Municipal Code 6.06.070 (a). In the event of a violation, the neighborhood compliance officer will issue a Notice of Violation (NOV) to the property owners via first class mail and by placing a copy of the notice of violation on the property. The original Notice of Violation may be a warning or may include fines with a graduated scale from $50.00 - $150.00, and will be issued in accordance with Bloomington Municipal Code 6.06.070 (a). If the property is a rental property and it is the tenants' responsibility to maintain the lawn, the landlord must provide a copy of the signed lease to HAND during the initial seven days following the issuance of the NOV, otherwise the Landlord will remain responsible for paying the fine. After the Notice of Violation is issued, the property owner and/or tenant has seven (7) days to bring the property into compliance. If the property is not brought into compliance within the initial seven (7) days, the inspector may go to daily tickets. Please be mindful of this process while we work with your neighbors to resolve this issue. Thank you, HAND staff