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What’s The 311? Commercial Truck Parked on Sidewalk, Light Out at Christopher Columbus Park, and A Broken Sidewalk on Prince Street

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov.

Commercial Vehicle Blocks Sidewalk

Commercial Vehicle Parked on top of Sidewalk

“Why is it okay for a commercial contractor truck to completely block a sidewalk? I nearly got hit trying to see if there is a car coming to cross the street. I doubt they would have been held liable.”

The original 311 post can be found here. The case was submitted and opened on September 25th, 2018. The case was resolved later that day with the following message: “Closed with status: Case Resolved. area checked vehicle moved out of crosswalk.”

Christopher Columbus Park Light Out

Light Pole out at Christopher Columbus Park

The original 311 post can be found here. The case was submitted and opened on September 22nd, 2018. The case was resolved on September 25th, 2018 with the following message: “Closed with status: Case Resolved. Replaced 100MH Ballast, & Lamp.”

Broken Sidewalk on Prince Street receives “Temporary Repairs” Ahead of Possible “Permanent Repair”

“This is at 91 prince street.”

Broken Sidewalk on Prince Street

The original 311 post can be found here. The case was submitted and opened on September 24th, 2018. The case was resolved on September 25th, 2018 with the following message: “Closed with status: Case Resolved. This location has been inspected and, where possible, temporary repairs or safety improvements were made. We have referred this location for a permanent repair. See case #101002669648 for status of the permanent repair.”

Remember, to report a claim with 311, you can call 311, go to the 311 websitetweet at 311, or download the app. What do you think about these 311 cases? Follow our “What’s The 311?” tag to see past week’s postings!