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Locksmith-Pitiful t1_ira9f9r wrote

Reply to comment by Ristray in RIPTA is taking a public survey on how to update the bus stops for the Thayer Tunnel. by Ristray

It's a 'no' in most other people's views though. I hate to be a debbie-downer, but as someone who does outreach about this, most residents see greenery as a huge negative. It's always been an uphill battle in this city, including the East Side as residents continue to mow down greenery for stupid reasons.

"Trees destroy the sidewalks and could hurt buildings."

"Greenery promotes wildlife, I don't want squirrels, rats, birds, and other animals around."

Etc.

Continue voting for greenery though my friend, let's make a difference!

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rbourget95 t1_iraeoqs wrote

Most people around hope street really love their foliage and gardens and like to take care of their yards - maybe the city is saying they don't want it but the residents... Now if the city neglected to upkeep their parts of the greenery... I would complain too.

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Locksmith-Pitiful t1_iralbub wrote

Unfortunately, I'd love to agree with you. My anecdotle experience of living here and doing outreach... You might be surprised. I say majority and I do mean that. Very few peeps are supportive of green initiatives. Perhaps in some pockets like Ivy or Summit, it's the other way around.

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rbourget95 t1_irbhs3c wrote

Thanks for your perspective! Maybe my 'circle' is more homeowners rather than renters? Anyhow, glad we're advancing the thought of having more foliage and nature.

Cheers

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RhinoMan2112 t1_ircn6qa wrote

Not that I don't believe you, but man I would really love to talk to one of these sociopaths that don't like greenery... That is just so utterly bizarre to me haha.

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Locksmith-Pitiful t1_irctkkw wrote

Talk to any folks outside of ivy or summit -- camp, grand view, cypress, abott, Duncan, jenkins, etc. I've talked to so, so many landlords in recent years and I have not met a single one that wanted to promote greenery. Funny, most landlords don't live on the property.

Outside of the first two streets I mentioned, the east side is losing greenery, and fast.

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RhinoMan2112 t1_irfw334 wrote

Gah that's super disappointing. Do you know if there's anything people can do to promote it or vote for it city-wide, or is it just the local residents that have a say? I don't live on the east side but I'm 1000% for more greenery anywhere and everywhere we can put it lol.

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Locksmith-Pitiful t1_irfw9cc wrote

The city has some sidewalk tree programs that the landlord has to pay for and reach out to, that's about it. There's some community steward programs but again, folks need to reach out. There aren't any incentives and if you own the property, you can do whatever you want.

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