Sidewalk Snow Removal
2125 S Highland AVE
- Case Date:
- 1/30/2025
Caller to HAND through an ASL Interpretor needed assistance filing a uReport and says: There is ice at the bus stop of the southeast YMCA and because of this it is causing walking issues.
Potholes, Other Street Repair
1004 S Washington ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
Growing pothole in S Washington needs another patch
Parking Permits
429 S Walnut ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
Incident Report – Improper Towing of Vehicle
Date of Tow: February 25, 2024
Location: 429 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN
Incident Description
On February 25, 2024, my vehicle was towed from 429 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN, without my consent. The towing company did not obtain my explicit authorization before removing my vehicle, making this a non-consensual tow in potential violation of Bloomington Municipal Code Chapter 4.32 (Non-Consensual Towing Businesses).
At the time of the tow, my vehicle was properly registered with the apartment complex’s parking system. My license plate was on file as having a valid parking permit, but I had not been issued a physical parking sticker by management, which was outside of my control. Despite my valid registration, my vehicle was still towed, suggesting improper enforcement of parking regulations.
Additionally, maintenance personnel were occupying my assigned parking spot the last time I drove. This forced me to park elsewhere in the lot, which may have contributed to the towing error.
Signage Review
The posted signage did include the following legal requirements:
A clear statement that unauthorized vehicles would be towed.
The name and contact information of the towing company.
Information on where towed vehicles could be retrieved.
A schedule of towing and storage fees.
However, the signage also stated that parking was reserved for residents of Kirkwood Management, which I was not at the time, even though my vehicle was registered with the complex and I had been assigned a parking spot.
Violation of Ordinances
Lack of Consent (BMC § 4.32.100(a))
The tow was conducted without my authorization. Bloomington Municipal Code 4.32.100(a) states that it is unlawful to tow a vehicle from a parking lot unless the parking lot owner or an authorized agent, present at the time of the tow, signs a written authorization for that specific vehicle. If this requirement was not met, the tow was unlawful.
Valid Parking Permit Not Honored
My vehicle was registered with the complex’s parking system, but I had not received a sticker from management. Since my plate was on file as having a valid permit, my vehicle should not have been subject to towing. This indicates an error in enforcement, either by the property management or the towing company, leading to an unjustified tow.
Claim & Request for Action
Given that my vehicle was towed despite being properly registered and that the signage at the location failed to recognize my valid permit, I formally request the following:
A full refund of all towing and storage fees incurred.
Confirmation that my valid parking permit is properly recognized moving forward to prevent future incidents.
Parks & Playgrounds
1101 S Walnut ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
There are a couple of very deep holes on the large hill on the north end of the large dog area of the Switchyard dog park. I was not there to see this happen, but a gentleman I was just speaking with there said that he saw a dog get very injured when its leg was caught while running. They should be filled to prevent any further injuries. Thank you!
Blocked Street
1401 W Countryside LN
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
Traffic was backing up on Countryside lane due to Summit Elementary School. MCCSC staff, without a stop sign or proper PPE, stepped into the road and told me I needed to wait in line or turn around. I explained that I wasn’t here to wait in the parent line; I was just traveling toward Adam's Street. She then stood in front of my car and forced me to turn around. This doesn't seem legal and should be addressed.
Sidewalk Snow Removal
512 S Washington ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
It’s been 2 1/2 weeks since the last snow fell. And yet I’m still having to slip and slide over the icy sidewalk in front of this rental house and driveway. Why hasn’t this landlord cleared this safety issue in the many warm days? Please address this.
Their shrubs come out into the sidewalk which make it challenging to navigate along the west side of sidewalk. Can this be addressed?
Potholes, Other Street Repair
1205 1/2 S Rogers ST
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
Pot hole is not the right word. Hatchback-swallowing sinkhole, I'm assuming leftover from last week's water main break in the same area. Extremely large, 6-8 inches deep in places. Needs filled ASAP as it is a significant safety hazard.
Sidewalk & Curb Complaints
1521 W Isaac DR
- Case Date:
- 1/29/2025
I am the maintenance manager for the The Quarters here at 1521 Isaac Dr. When you are on the property, specifically on Westplex Ave, starting at west 3rd street and spanning all the way to W Milieu Dr, there is an abandoned construction project in the easement that has open holes in the earth that are dangerous to the public and is at this point damage to the grounds and has been an eyesore to the property for months. My concern is primarily safety, as anybody that inadvertently steps into these openings will no doubt suffer injury, but also the ongoing, unfinished work that some contractor was permitted to start and as of yet not returned to complete.
Temporary Signage w/o permit
2614 E 3rd ST
- Case Date:
- 1/28/2025
Apna Bazaar's storefront windows are completely covered in signage that has been put up in recent months (not grandfathered). There were some window signs there before, but the windows were not completely covered as they are now.
Trash
526 E University ST
- Case Date:
- 1/28/2025
There is still a pile of trash in the yard. Is been there since before IU released for Christmas. Trash day was yesterday. I watched a huge buck foraging in the pile.