Nuisance Lights
312 E 12th ST
- Case Date:
- 9/6/2024
Referring to issue# 192922: It is unclear why it was marked "invalid". The offending fixture is mounted to the upper NE corner of the west building at the back of the lot (the shack-like building located at the SW corner of the lot) and is emitting light aimed generally towards the N/NW, completely flooding the backside of 308 E. 12th with glare. The light also passes between 312 E. 12th and 308 E. 12th (see attached photograph), which then crosses 12th Street to light up *both* front doors of 305 E. 12th.
Parks & Playgrounds
401 N Morton ST
- Case Date:
- 9/6/2024
Playground is incredibly overgrown. Some areas have a black, fungus like growth in the grass as well. I sent an email to Parks this morning before someone told me about this form.
Potholes, Other Street Repair
4007 E Providence CT
- Case Date:
- 9/6/2024
There is a small area on the side of the road that has crumbling asphalt, which contributes to the storm water drainage issues as rocks get dropped into the drain after significant rain. Crews have patched areas along the street over the years, might be worth a review.
Traffic Related Complaints
582 E Hillside DR
- Case Date:
- 9/6/2024
Car did not stop when a school bus was stopped
- Case Date:
- 9/6/2024
The cans of trash are completely full and now they are overflowing onto the ground. There is a strong stench coming from the cans and the area in general.
Fire Hazards
401 N Morton ST
- Case Date:
- 9/5/2024
There has been a problem with people burning trash and yard waste in the near west side neighborhood nearly daily all summer and into this beginning of the fall season. The smoke often collects in some areas and lingers for hours causing a serious public health threat. Frequently the burning is conducted by a community of homeless people in the woods between W 8th and 9th Starts and the Monon trail just East of Adams Street, although therr may occasionally be other residents who are burning as well. Various neighbors have mad numerous calls to 911, but the problem persists. You may also reference the near west side neighhood association website to reference other complaints. While the fire department has come out to talk to the perpetrators numerous times, the City of Bloomington needs to find a permanent solution, since this is a serious public health problem that has been going on for a very long time, and sending the fire department does not resolve the problem.
Scooters, Bike-share and Related Issues
- Case Date:
- 9/5/2024
A Lime e-bike has been parked on the sidewalk since the Labor Day weekend (Saturday). Can the neighbors and I bring it somewhere so it is no longer a hazard? To Switchyard Park? Also, what is the town of Bloomington's law regarding how long these rented vehicles can remain abandoned on a public sidewalk? And if a pedestrian is injured by this e-bike while blocking the sidewalk, would the law go after the town of Bloomington, the entity that has legalized this type of vehicle's use?
Previously, there was an e-bike on my neighbor's front lawn for six weeks. My neighbor should be given a form of payment for use/rental of the front lawn for the vehicle's storage.
ELIDA C. BEHAR
09/05/2024
- Case Date:
- 9/5/2024
Suspected drug activity. White car parked at back of the parking lot.
Trash
411 E Cottage Grove AVE
- Case Date:
- 9/5/2024
Trash piling up alongside alley west of the building.
Street & Traffic Signs
323 E 11th ST
- Case Date:
- 9/5/2024
Missing street sign above stop sign. Stop sign on grant street headed south. In the intersection of 11th.