Take to task for Dec. 26

New item-Atlanta

One of the biggest items we receive is water leaks, This week, we received a complaint about another one.

“This water main at 3353 Wood Valley Road has been leaking for over a month. Despite numerous calls from concerned neighbors and police, the water continues to flow. We are told it has been reported and the city has 30 days to get it fixed. Meanwhile we are in a drought and thousands of gallons of water are being lost daily due to this leak,” wrote Linda Trower.

We sent the issue to the city and will keep you updated.

Days on list-6

Who’s looking into it: City of Atlanta Department of Public Works Commissioner Richard Mendoza, 404-330-6240, rmendoza@atlantaga.gov

Update-Atlanta

An old problem has resurfaced, and a resident hopes something can be done soon before more injuries occur.

“Some months ago I e-mailed you about the dangerous steps at Frankie Allen Park in Buckhead. Fairly promptly the steps were closed. However months have passed and no repair. Today, I fell on the bank taking this picture. It is dangerous without the steps,” wrote David Hubert.

Hubert said that he had no idea by trying to get the steps repaired I would, in effect, create a greater hazard by people having to climb the banks.

“These steps serve a very active and often full parking lot. There is no near ingress or egress now except the banks. There are city employees there most every day as there are six ball fields, tennis courts, and other facilities.”

We sent the item to the city to see if the repair can be expedited.

Days on list-6

Who’s looking into it: City of Atlanta Department of Public Works Commissioner Richard Mendoza, 404-330-6240, rmendoza@atlantaga.gov

New item-Atlanta

A worn out traffic line is causing problems for a resident.

“The solid line on Peachtree Road NE from Matheson Drive to Maple Drive is completely worn away and it is quite unsafe. I have nearly been run into three times in the last few weeks while driving south bound in the left lane. It has become a real safety hazard and needs to be repainted,” wrote Charles Stephens.