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Tips to help prevent
sanitary sewer backups (pdf)
When
rain falls in Beech Grove, it runs off of rooftops,
parking lots, lawns and other surfaces into the city's
stormwater drainage system leading to standing water in
yards and flooded streets. Each household or business
that redirects stormwater out of the sewer, helps
prevent sewage from backing up into our basements. |
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The
City of Beech Grove is located in the southeast portion
of Marion County
and is part of the Greater Indianapolis Metropolitan area.
Beech Grove was incorporated in 1906,
and
is a city with nearly 15,000
residents who enjoy the
benefits
of a small town and the amenities of a large city.
The city celebrated its 100th birthday this last year.
A mayor, clerk-treasurer and seven city council people
are
elected
every four years to govern the city.
All municipal services such as police and fire protection,
streets, parks, senior and community centers
and other
appropriate agencies are provided by the city
administration.
Probably the best-known early resident was
Sarah T. Bolton, famed poet and author of “Paddle
Your Own Canoe.” She came to
Beech Grove some 100 years ago and wrote many of her
poems in her home on South Seventeenth Avenue, which
was known as Beech Bank. The city purchased the
Bolton Farm and developed a city park there and
named it after her which is now enjoyed by many area
residents.
Beech Grove is mainly a residential community,
although many
large businesses are located here.
Our local
schools and the
library are among the finest in the state.
We trust that the information contained on this website
will
be beneficial to you
and
we look forward to
possibly hearing from you.
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