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Reporter

Emma

Issue ID:

199234

Submitted To:

New Haven

Category:

Public Space, Streets and Drains

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Neighborhood:

Town_Green

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Reported:

on 06/25/2012

Service Request ID:

15648

Description

There was a tree removed from the bed on the sidewalk on Chapel street here right in front of where Scoozi used to be. When the tree was removed the stump was not completely cut down, making it hazardous for clumsy pedestrians like myself. Definitely ate it on Saturday evening. Granted I was not paying as close of attention as I could have been, but I have a feeling I'm not alone in that.

Me and my banged up and bruised knees would greatly appreciate this being taken care of. Thank you!

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36 Comments

City of New Haven Neighbor (Guest)

Probs should add photo of damage...just sayin

06/25/2012 · Flag Flagged
Hans (Registered User)

clumsy or tipsy?

06/26/2012 · Flag Flagged
Wizwaz (Registered User)

All stumps curbside should be ground down. Are you planning to sue the city?

06/26/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

I didn't think to take a picture as I tended to my bloody knees and unfortunately I am out of town for the week. The beauty of SeeClickFix is that if anyone else walks by they might help a girl out and snap a pic!

06/26/2012 · Flag Flagged
BB (Registered User)

I was referring to the knee damage not the tree damage :) I'll get a photo for you.

06/26/2012 · Flag Flagged
Acknowledged Department of Public Works (Verified Official)

We've received your complaint and will have an inspector check out this location as soon as possible.

06/27/2012 · Flag Flagged
Greta (Registered User)

I'm a bit confused as to why New Haven seems to separate Cutting Down Trees from Removing Stumps. Maybe the crew that cuts the trees down needs to document the stump removal to a supervisor via image, or include some other such cross-check?

06/27/2012 · Flag Flagged
edgewood (Guest)

I've noticed old tree stumps in several locations downtown. There are a few along High Street as well.

After the stump is removed, the city should either:
a) replace the patch of dirt with concrete to match the existing sidewalk; or
b) plant a new tree.

It looks shabby otherwise.

06/28/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Here is the damage to the more banged up knee one week out. A friend of mine tripped up in the same spot this week. Really would like to know more about why the stumps arent removed with the trees.

07/01/2012 · Flag Flagged
City of New Haven Neighbor (Guest)

Emma,
That stinks. My understanding is that it's expensive to stump grind and they only do it every few years.

Obviously if it's a liability it probably makes more sense to incur the expense.

07/01/2012 · Flag Flagged
Sue the city (Guest)

You definitely need to sue the city. The only sound the city hears is money.

07/01/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Dangerous!

07/08/2012 · Flag Flagged
BenHV (Registered User)

It's still there. What's the deal?

07/18/2012 · Flag Flagged
Wizwaz (Registered User)

Isn't the Public Works Dept. supposed to take care of this stuff?

07/19/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Still no fix!

08/04/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Stump still here. Waiting for me fall over it again.

08/10/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Just like the stump still currently on chapel street, the scars remain! Any updates on this issue, City of New Haven?

08/28/2012 · Flag Flagged
BenHV (Registered User)

Is still there

09/14/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Stumped as to why the stump is still there.

12/12/2012 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Still here over a year later!

07/21/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Here is my still scarred knee with the culprit stump

07/21/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Here is a dramatic reenactment of what can happen again if the city doesn't remove the stump

07/21/2013 · Flag Flagged
Department of Public Works (Verified Official)

Thanks for the photo reenactment. We've forwarded stump for removal.

07/22/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Not a problem at all! It was an enjoyable photo shoot for participants and passersby alike. Thanks for the update!

07/22/2013 · Flag Flagged
Kam Lasater (Registered User)

I'm seeing CBYD spray paint markings on the pavement. Seems like that's the first step ... zing!

07/24/2013 · Flag Flagged
BenHV (Registered User)

The Mayor of Christopher Martins would like this fixed as well.

07/24/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

My mother (aka JOANNE) would also like to see this fixed.

07/27/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

GUYS IT'S FIXED!

08/10/2013 · Flag Flagged
Kam Lasater (Registered User)

@emma, what a wonderful photo. Looks like they really did a great job fixing it. Can't wait till they mark it closed so we can hit "Thanks!"

08/11/2013 · Flag Flagged
Closed Department of Public Works (Verified Official)

We hesitate to close it since your photos have lent such creative possibilities to other SCFers! Thanks.

08/12/2013 · Flag Flagged
Anonymous (Guest)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

08/12/2013 · Flag Flagged
Emma (Registered User)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

08/12/2013 · Flag Flagged
Kam Lasater (Registered User)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

08/13/2013 · Flag Flagged
Kam Lasater (Registered User)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

08/13/2013 · Flag Flagged
Dan Bernier (Registered User)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

08/21/2013 · Flag Flagged
SCF Zack (Verified Official)

Thanks for fixing this issue!

10/31/2014 · Flag Flagged

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