- Case Date:
- 4/11/2024
I am incredibly disappointed in the representation of the City of Bloomington by one of your employees.
1st - to make light of the fact that you are doing nothing and getting paid by taxpayer dollars is not funny. I understand that the job comes with perks, such as enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime event, but posts like this are in poor taste. Is this something that the City would share publicly?
The second issue is that Shelby Drake is a dietitian. While she is welcome to her own opinion, she represents the City of Bloomington. To say something like "$29 is nothing compared to the price of not liking what you see in the mirror" is dangerous and irresponsible. How many people in the City of Bloomington struggle with disordered eating, body image issues, or eating disorders? There is already limited access to mental health and dietitian support in this city, and the person who is the "expert" is promoting negative and harmful messaging. She - an "expert" - is promoting diet culture and body shaming. I feel the need to put the word 'expert' in quotations, because it is hard to believe that somebody with expert-level knowledge is posting this. I sincerely hope that is not how she is treating the people that come to events or look to her and the City of Bloomington for expert advice. She represents the City as she teaches people of all ages - including children. As somebody who uses many of the services provided and is enjoying seeing so many new offerings, it saddens me to think that this person may be judging me during my own health and wellness journey, or even worse - that she could be using this type of messaging around children, teens, and young adults.
People are welcome to their own opinions, and I do believe people can grow and change. I also believe that people need to understand the impact of the things they say when they are representatives for the health and wellness for the City of Bloomington. Social media posts such as needing to pay for a dietitian because you don't like what you see in the mirror need to be taken as seriously as they are.
Trails
400 W Terrace Dr, Bloomington, IN 47403, USA
- Case Date:
- 4/15/2024
Homeless encampment off B line trail.
- Case Date:
- 4/15/2024
Olcott park has severs spots that are rusted and will be holes soon as well as spots that have holes already. I’m concerned with this warmer weather someone’s child’s hand or feet will be cut in these holes as they’re the perfect size for this to happen. Very dangerous, please help, thanks!
Parks & Rec Programs
2120 S Highland Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA
- Case Date:
- 4/17/2024
Unfortunately we are three weeks into the baseball season and the batting cages are still not setup at the Winslow Sports Complex. The kids have had no opportunity to practice batting, many of which are new to baseball and this is critical for getting them prepared for the first game and may impact their willingness to participate. Youth sports is such an important part of the community and having a good first experience is important. I would like to know what is causing the delay of the batting cage setup and when they are expected to be completed.
Thank you.
Parks & Playgrounds
1601 S Rogers ST
- Case Date:
- 4/17/2024
A large group of my friends and I have red, painful chemical burns from the grass. I can still see imprints of individual blades of grass on my legs after 4 days. The chemicals used are far too strong and this is unacceptable for a public park where children play.
Parks & Playgrounds
2120 S Highland Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA
- Case Date:
- 4/17/2024
Winslow batting cages not ready for practice. It’s prime practice time and kids can’t get in the practice they need. Please help!
- Case Date:
- 4/20/2024
There is a large tree branch over the sidewalk close to falling, it is a danger to the walkers. It is hanging in between light cables.
- Case Date:
- 4/22/2024
There is a large tree branch over the sidewalk close to falling, it is a danger to the walkers. It is hanging in between light cables.On the street Ralston dr between 1010 and 1020
Than you!!!
- Case Date:
- 4/22/2024
I have a community tree that was planted a couple of years ago. I reported last year that I thought it was dead and someone came out and assessed it and put something around the trunk to protect it. It still looks dead and does not have new buds forming on it. Our neighbors across the street also had one planted and it is thriving and showing new growth. I believe the one on our property is dead. It is a Black Tulelo located at 1628 S. Troy Ct.
- Case Date:
- 4/23/2024
light anoit to fall downon Bline bridge