Its time to do something about Bernies weed patch:

Several weeks ago, as I was driving back into Washington from the east on Highway 100, I came upon a lane restriction, only to find five or six park department workers all working on the islands alongside WalMart, commonly referred to as, Bernies weed patch.

This seven-month-old unsightly eyesore needs to be addressed, permanently.

I have observed other areas where communities or cities have developed attractive landscape appeal when we drive by. I mention the Chesterfield area where the islands are well sculptured along Clarkson Road. Also, if you drive by Forest Park in the city alongside Barnes Hospital, they have ornamental light standards with a place for hanging flower displays throughout the summer months. Very attractive to visitors in the area.

What I propose is that the city consider using the monies they spend during the spring, summer and fall for our park department workers and instead put it into a project to pave over the islands and then install a series of decorative lighting, ones that could hold flower displays all season long. They could also have Christmas decorations for that season. There would be no further intense labor once installed.

The present areas could be blacktopped and painted green to maintain the green atmosphere we strive to present for all.

Im the first to recognize the many benefits the city earned from Bernie Hillermann. We all miss saying hello as he continued to enjoy greeting friends from time to time. But realizing that we all get involved in projects that dont always work out, the weed patch he proposed is not a legacy he would be proud to have his name associated with.

Im sure many of our citizens of Washington feel as I do. Its almost embarrassing to have visitors drive through and see our demonstration of the weed patch.

Lets use our city monies more prudently and fix these areas.

Washington Resident

Editors Note: The Missourians understanding is that Bernie planted what was ordered.

The writer asked that his name be withheld.

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Suggestion on Beautifying Islands in City - The Missourian