Residents in a neighborhood in North Phoenix say they have witnessed the decline of a park in the area, and they attribute the problem to the city's ongoing homeless crisis.
Garbage, drug paraphernalia and feces: that is what people in a North Phoenix neighborhood say they are experiencing at their local park.Hanna says he once loved Cave Creek Park, located near 23rd Avenue and Cactus.Hanna said these days, there are persistent health and safety problems at the park.
"We walk out and see this filth, and just the other day, I found a dead dog in this field," said Hanna."I’ve seen everything from shoes, to clothes hanging from the trees, to even a bed frame on the other side of the park there, near the tree," said Luis Llamas."We have trash everywhere," said Hanna. "It’s dirty. It smells. The homeless problem is really, really something Phoenix should take into consideration.
Officials say crews cleaned up the park last week and is "actively working to bring additional services to this area to help those who are unsheltered.""It seems like the Phoenix city people have really cleaned up the place," said Leia. "It looks a lot more better. I see a lot more kids coming out, playing around with basketballs and things like that.
City officials are encouraging residents to share their concerns. People who notice any encampments or unsheltered individuals can call PHX C.A.R.E.S at 262-6251, or submit a report online. Meanwhile, those currently without a home who are seeking resources can be connected to them after calling 211.
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