Case Date:

9/28/2023

This morning at approximately 8:20, while I was riding a bicycle southbound on the B-Line trail over the Grimes Street bridge, I met a full-sized truck driving northbound on the B-Line Trail over the bridge. The truck was labeled Bloomington Parks and Recreation, and I spoke with the driver and passenger, who were staff members of the Parks and Recreation Department. The posted rules of the B-Line trail prohibit motorized vehicles. I am aware that we make exceptions for motorized wheelchairs, electric bicycles, electric scooters, and the small trucks used by security and parks maintenance staff. However, my opinion is that a full-sized truck is well outside the range of acceptable exceptions. A full-sized truck is less safe, provides less visibility for the truck driver to see walkers and others on the trail, blocks more of the trail width, and causes more wear on the trail surface. My opinion is that full-sized trucks should not be on the B-Line, when there are alternate routes available for a truck on public streets, and alternative vehicles available to use on the B-Line trail.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

Burning smell occurring repeatedly in the evenings near White Oak Cemetery- smells like burning trash. Do not know the source of this but hoping BFD could begin monitoring the situation.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

Blocking sidewalk making it dangerous for pedestrians.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

The person living here stores trash and construction material on the porch and in the front yard.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

Resident reported their trash tote has been stolen.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

One of our bus drivers stated there are low hanging grape vines that are unavoidable in the area of N Fairview St between 7th & 11th St. They stated it is a hazard, especially if buses driving through have the roof hatch open.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

Two trash bins and a recycle were in front of my house blocking the sidewalk this morning (Wednesday). The bins are not mine. I moved them in front of 717 S. Park because I'm guessing that they belong there, but I'm not sure. The residents left town Sunday, our pickup day was Monday.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

There are wide pothole on northbound Rogers St between 1st and 2nd St.

Case Date:

9/27/2023

On my walk in this morning, the metal storm grate on the north-east corner of 3rd and College had completely fallen down into the drain leaving the opening unprotected. Thank you!

Case Date:

9/27/2023

There is something like a pothole, except it is probably 2 1/2 to 3 feet wide and maybe 2 feet long. The edge is so deep that I'm surprised it didn't take off my two front tires. I was driving to work very early and it was still dark. I realized what it was shortly before going into it. I'm more concerned for motorcycles or public transport. Thank you.