Rocco

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    Tree Trimming Archived
    114 Nash Street New Haven, Connecticut - East Rock

    The city has a large tree on the south side of Eagle Street growing up and over my house & roof. It is a nice tree, however, I would like to request the city to trim it back so there is less of it directly above my roof (see photo). Could someone please add this tree to the list?

    The tree has some dead limbs and debris falls onto the roof, it also poses some long term risk in a storm. Additionally, the tree is causing some accelerated aging and damage to my asphalt shingles from the debris and moss. I am looking into re-roofing my house (after only 10 years) and the roofers recommend trimming this tree back to get better longevity. Thanks!!

  • 671 Orange Street New Haven, Connecticut - East Rock

    Dear New Haven Transportation, Public Works, and Public Safety,

    The Orange street bike lane north and southbound from Trumbull St. to Willow St. is a death trap. I made the mistake of trying to commute to work on bike and had to swerve potholes and debris the entire time while worrying about traffic, buses, and poorly parked cars. This was the most unsafe ride I have ever had, anywhere - and this was supposed to be the major north/south biking artery of East Rock.

    At one point, I had to try and jump a pothole and my rear tire didn't make it causing a flat tire and slightly bent rim. I am mad about my expensive commuter bike, but honestly, mostly just relieved I didn't tumble into traffic or hit my face. Some of these pot holes are more than 6 inches deep. A pothole for a car is an inconvenience with the possibility of tire/rim damage; a pothole on a bike however is a major safety concern- people have been killed like that.

    All roads in East Rock are in horrible shape coming out of a long winter, understandably it will take some time to address this issue everywhere. But please, please, fix the bike lanes first.

    If you are looking to commute on bike, strongly consider taking a bus or walking until roads are improved. New Haven City officials, please try riding a bike in one of these bike lanes and reporting back.

    I will follow up later with photos