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Visitor raises concerns about coal pile and litter at Edgewater Park, urges 'leave no trace' signage
Summary
A resident reported an unused coal pile next to a trash can at Edgewater Park that posed potential groundwater and fire hazards, and urged more trash control and signage to protect park trees and wildlife.
Haley Ivy used the public-comment period at the Aug. 18 Lakewood City Council meeting to raise concerns about trash, an apparent pile of unused coal adjacent to a trash receptacle at Edgewater Park, and recent tree removal at the park.
Ivy said the coal pile was “harmful for the groundwater” and potentially combustible, and that trash and debris are widespread in the park despite additional trash cans. She described seeing potato-chip bags and small plastic fragments inside a hollowed stump and questioned whether better signage (for example, a “leave no trace” sign) or other low-cost stewardship measures could improve behavior.
Ivy also reported a maple tree had been cut down and removed within 24 hours and said she feared disrespect for park resources, including older oaks and habitat. She urged the council to increase educational outreach and to prioritize protection of 300‑year‑old and older oaks.
Council did not take immediate action during the Aug. 18 meeting; residents asked parks staff to review the concerns and consider signage, cleanup and further maintenance as appropriate.
