the Mayor responds about the tree

Ross,
I like your "album" - great way to show and tell!
If my memory serves me correctly, there have been studies about trees, shade and how they add to the "attractiveness" of the path and therefore the path gets used more. This greater use provides a kind of self policing mechanism. In fact, many community policing efforts involve "beautification" of neighborhoods based on this notion of "inviting paths". We may want to try more positive things such as the mural painting before we change the landscaping. It it an interesting challenge and one which I am going to spend more time researching. I very much appreciate your attention and caring about the tunnel.
Take care,
Elizabeth
On Jun 17, 2008, at 11:45 PM, rsagun wrote:


You are invited to view Ross's photo album: tunnel after cleanup

tunnel after cleanup
Jun 17, 2008by Ross
These pictures show the area of the 3rd Street tunnel and pathway from St. Augustine to the tunnel. The area was very effectively cleared of overgrown shrubbery which created a haven for vandals and persons evading law enforcement. However, a clear view from St. Augustine would enhance security by providing police officers the ability to surveil the pathway to the tunnel entrance. Currently, this is not possible due to a pepper tree and bushes which remained after the area was cleared.