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Gate not close in

Constituent submitted the following via email: First of all - big fan. I am a Boston native who recently moved home after 15 years in NYC and I was so excited to cast my vote for you. I am writing out of concern for Olmsted Park and the Jamaicaway. I am a lifelong runner and always felt safe running in Central Park after dark or early in the morning because it was so well lit and traversed. Last night, I thought I would run home to JP after work at Dana Farber. I decided to run along Pond Ave, around Jamaica Pond, and home. I was absolutely stunned to see that there is no lighting at any point along the exterior footpath of Olmsted Park, with a small exception for the area of the pond near the boathouse. The entire path was nearly pitch black and honestly, it felt really dangerous. I could not see where I was putting my feet, and as a young woman the thought of not being able to see a few feet in front of me was scary, whether its the threat of strangers or even a rogue goose or turkey. I am wondering if there are plans to light the footpath along Olmsted Park. I was far from the only person trying to use it after dark - there were bikes, people walking home from work, walking their dogs, other runners. It is a fabulous stretch of public space but so incredibly unsafe, especially in the winter months when the sun sets sooner. We are such an active city and the ability to feel safe when walking your dog or trying to go for a run feels like a basic necessity. With areas like the Southwest Corridor being so well lit, this feels like an oversight. Thank you for your time! | Type of improvement: [Pathways] SR Type: [Electrical values (Parks)]

Bench in totlot @ Mclaughlin Playground in need of repair

Constituent is associated with the M st softball league and reports chronic issues with the grading and drainage of the playing fields along M st. Constituent reports from the dugouts to 2nd base there is a huge puddle that has been standing for several days as well as smaller puddles around the field. Constituent is unsure if the issue with the soil involved but they were hoping to see if they could get their softball org involved in fixing the issues the field is experiencing | Type of improvement: [Landscaping] Affiliation type: [Organization]

Const. requests gates be installed in the three entry ways for safety reasons. Const. states community has been requesting these gates be installed for two years and has not been answered. | Type of improvement: [Fencing] Affiliation type: [Constituent]

Constituent requests that a net be put up behind the soccer goals in this park, as their one year old and another child were almost hit while playing on the swing set | Type of improvement: [Other] Affiliation type: [Constituent]

Caller states there is a park at the corner of e cottage st and pond st that has a patch of land that is very rarely used. Caller is requesting the small part of the park be fenced off and used as a dog park. caller states she is seeing more and more dogs in the area and would like them to have some place to go. | Type of improvement: [Other] Affiliation type: [Constituent]

Constituet reports the merry go round is coming off the tracks when it its being pushed. | Type of improvement: [Play Equipment] Affiliation type: [Constituent]

The spinning feature is not working. Contracted services are needed for repair. | Type of improvement: [Play Equipment] Affiliation type: [Constituent]

Constituent reports that the right side railing for the steps at the Adams and Winthrop St entrence to the square is unsteady. This rail poses a danger and is unstable for use. Constituent is requesting attention to this as soon as possible, especially before fall rolls around and the square becomes busier. | Type of improvement: [Fencing] SR Type: [Trades General] Inspector notes: [Railing bent beyond repair. Dont have essential equipment to straiten. Need new rail. Pat Toomey]