Prior to the current administration, the parking lot along Cedar Creek behind the swimming pool was closed off when flooding was anticipated. The new administration felt that gates sent a message of unwelcomeness, and they were ordered removed from various locations throughout the park system. These gates had been installed over the years to prevent damage from flooding, or to allow for proper snow removal during winter storms.
When I first learned of their removal last year, I was offended by the waste of infrastructure. Now I realize that it is actually a public safety issue.
This blog in the past has been critical of the Tuerk Administration's wokeness and obsession with being inclusive. While I have become less critical about the mayor's agenda, I will not hesitate to speak out when appropriate.
The flooded car shown above belonged to a couple who decided to take a long stroll in the rain. Unfortunately the creek rose faster than their return walk, but at least they didn't feel unwelcome.