(Bloomington, IN) – Feeding deer in Bloomington is no longer being encouraged. In fact, the city council has banned the public from doing so, citing health reasons as the major concern.
First-time violators will be handed a fine of $50, with that fine increasing for repeated offenses.
The director of animal care and control says the ban prohibits anyone from placing food out for deer on the ground or in a structure under five feet.
Bird feeders, established gardens, and other planted crops are excluded.
The new rules go into effect this Friday, September 1.
(Story by WRBI reporter Bill Remeika)
