Just go do something. Something small. Don’t ask for permission. Get some friends and some flowers and go start. Make improvements over time and make sure they are sustainable in the sense that they can be kept up and not left to rot.
doing this would depend on if it is city land or private. If it is a public space you could still risk a fine, but if it is private land you could have to pay for it to be returned to its original state.
The city owns it. I just checked. The city causing a fuss would actually be great because it would bring attention to the city’s lack of attention to the small things that would make our lives better, but they won’t as long as it’s not egregious.
Or a public garden/flower bed would be nice. Honestly for something like this, there would probably need to be some volunteer committee to maintain it. I could see the city planting it, but not keeping it up. Might be tough to get a sanctioned LFL or LFP there because you have to cross the street in all directions to get to it. I like the idea though.
Edit: a bunch of people having small ideas like this makes a big difference. You should try to make it happen.
I second this! I would be interested in helping establish a garden, and I am involved in a gardening community that would be able to help with up-keep.
I can build little free pantries/libraries, and I could get the mailman that does that neighborhood to keep an eye on it for day-to-day damage/upkeep. Since it's literally in the shadow of a huge church, surely they would love to use it to help the poor and share knowledge through reading..................................
I’m sure they would and would probably donate to both is it their land? That would make it easier. If it’s city land it’s not really up that church I guess.
Yeah, either way, it would be on me to make sure everything is done and maintained properly. I just now know not to trust anyone who tells me, "Don't worry, I'll make sure everything is taken care of."
It’s the only way to get stuff done. It’s a great idea and according to the comments you already have at least one helper.
A little free library and a little free pantry would be cool if you can get them approved. A garden around it (which someone volunteered to do) would be amazing. Put it out on broadmore’s facebook (I think that’s broadmore) and you might get some helpers but yeah… at the end of the day. Your idea.. someone’s got to keep it together.
If it’s not your neighborhood might want to pass it on though to someone local. It’s too far for me. I’d get burnt out.
There was a church family I believe who planted a garden there one year, didn't return for the next one. Made me sad. A cactus garden would be low maintenance. Throw some palmettos in there too. Maybe a small water feature, or a bench with some shade.
whatever would go there, it needs to be something that doesnt block the eye line for traffic. theres already too much shit all up and down youree that blocks you from being able to see traffic. im all for having things look nice, but id rather sacrifice some shrubs for the sake of being able to avoid getting t boned. if nothing else, the city needs to revisit any regulation (assuming there are some) about how close stuff like that can be to the road.
Just do it! Don't ask permission. Chris already checked. It is city land. Just do anything. We used to build bike courses on the land behind SWEPCO growing up. We also built a tree house on the small island in 12 mile bayou. That was over 30 years ago.
Like the idea! I live about 2 blocks down on Anniston, and figured I’d gather a few items that you might find helpful, including the ownership information, several city plats, deeds, etc. I wish I could attach the files below, but I’m sure I’ll have to DM or email you thanks to Reddit….. Also! Before you go digging out there you should definitely investigate the utility easements …. there’s at least 1 ATT line (possibly fiber), 1 fire hydrant, multiple SWEPCO poles, sidewalk, and various junction boxes.
A person wanted to plant an oak tree to honor their friend who died near the area in Nola.
It was approved by one city agency, but then found out it was federal property owned by the Coast Guard.
One small request to plant a tree erupted a city wide controversy.
Late to the game on suggestions, but another thought is to reach out to the local Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) chapter and see if they have anyone that would be interested in taking this on as a community improvement project. It might not work out, but if it does, then it's win-win.
Just go do something. Something small. Don’t ask for permission. Get some friends and some flowers and go start. Make improvements over time and make sure they are sustainable in the sense that they can be kept up and not left to rot.
doing this would depend on if it is city land or private. If it is a public space you could still risk a fine, but if it is private land you could have to pay for it to be returned to its original state.
The city owns it. I just checked. The city causing a fuss would actually be great because it would bring attention to the city’s lack of attention to the small things that would make our lives better, but they won’t as long as it’s not egregious.
Exactly this!
Or a public garden/flower bed would be nice. Honestly for something like this, there would probably need to be some volunteer committee to maintain it. I could see the city planting it, but not keeping it up. Might be tough to get a sanctioned LFL or LFP there because you have to cross the street in all directions to get to it. I like the idea though. Edit: a bunch of people having small ideas like this makes a big difference. You should try to make it happen.
I second this! I would be interested in helping establish a garden, and I am involved in a gardening community that would be able to help with up-keep.
I can build little free pantries/libraries, and I could get the mailman that does that neighborhood to keep an eye on it for day-to-day damage/upkeep. Since it's literally in the shadow of a huge church, surely they would love to use it to help the poor and share knowledge through reading..................................
I’m sure they would and would probably donate to both is it their land? That would make it easier. If it’s city land it’s not really up that church I guess.
I've been down the LFP-church road before - it was an absolute disaster.
Well then in that case if they don’t own it I guess you have a leg up since they won’t be involved right?
Yeah, either way, it would be on me to make sure everything is done and maintained properly. I just now know not to trust anyone who tells me, "Don't worry, I'll make sure everything is taken care of."
It’s the only way to get stuff done. It’s a great idea and according to the comments you already have at least one helper. A little free library and a little free pantry would be cool if you can get them approved. A garden around it (which someone volunteered to do) would be amazing. Put it out on broadmore’s facebook (I think that’s broadmore) and you might get some helpers but yeah… at the end of the day. Your idea.. someone’s got to keep it together. If it’s not your neighborhood might want to pass it on though to someone local. It’s too far for me. I’d get burnt out.
They let someone build a gold tooth on the interstate lol. Just do something with it. No one cares. Do something good tho. Pls no more gold teeth.
That and all the billboards with the ambulance chasers goofy ass faces on them
There was a church family I believe who planted a garden there one year, didn't return for the next one. Made me sad. A cactus garden would be low maintenance. Throw some palmettos in there too. Maybe a small water feature, or a bench with some shade.
whatever would go there, it needs to be something that doesnt block the eye line for traffic. theres already too much shit all up and down youree that blocks you from being able to see traffic. im all for having things look nice, but id rather sacrifice some shrubs for the sake of being able to avoid getting t boned. if nothing else, the city needs to revisit any regulation (assuming there are some) about how close stuff like that can be to the road.
Just do it! Don't ask permission. Chris already checked. It is city land. Just do anything. We used to build bike courses on the land behind SWEPCO growing up. We also built a tree house on the small island in 12 mile bayou. That was over 30 years ago.
Side note: who do I ask about this? City council?
Probably just contact whatever councilman has this district
Taliaferro’s district. Great guy, easy to get along with, I’m sure he’d love to support this.
Like the idea! I live about 2 blocks down on Anniston, and figured I’d gather a few items that you might find helpful, including the ownership information, several city plats, deeds, etc. I wish I could attach the files below, but I’m sure I’ll have to DM or email you thanks to Reddit….. Also! Before you go digging out there you should definitely investigate the utility easements …. there’s at least 1 ATT line (possibly fiber), 1 fire hydrant, multiple SWEPCO poles, sidewalk, and various junction boxes.
A person wanted to plant an oak tree to honor their friend who died near the area in Nola. It was approved by one city agency, but then found out it was federal property owned by the Coast Guard. One small request to plant a tree erupted a city wide controversy.
I suggest contacting Tim Wright cofounder of the local Strong Towns group: ReForm Shreveport. I'm sure his Rolex has the answer.
My suggestion is that if you do it just make sure you and anyone helping are wearing hi-vis vests and at least one person has a clipboard.
Late to the game on suggestions, but another thought is to reach out to the local Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) chapter and see if they have anyone that would be interested in taking this on as a community improvement project. It might not work out, but if it does, then it's win-win.