Dedicated to Community, Committed to Service.
Dedicated to Community, Committed to Service.
I am Leon Gordon, and it is my honor to serve as your Perry Township Trustee. Since being sworn in, I have been hard at work and hope to earn your vote to remain in office through 2030. Having called Bloomington home since 2010, I am deeply invested in the well-being and future of our community. For the last 16 years here in Bloomington, I've been engaged in the local social service, housing, and support service infrastructure as a participant, case manager and administrative leader. This blend of direct-service and executive expertise aligns perfectly with the Perry Township Trustee role. As your Trustee, I will leverage my systemic knowledge and proven leadership to preserve, strengthen, improve, and innovate our essential services. As a dedicated father of four girls, I know firsthand how important it is to build a township where every family has the opportunity to thrive, feel secure, and find the support they need. Click here to view my candidate statement. My opening & closing speech from the January 31st caucus can be viewed here.
My career has been defined by a steadfast commitment to housing advocacy and community empowerment. The core duties of the Trustee's office—particularly in providing essential emergency assistance and housing support—align perfectly with my professional expertise and life's work.
In my roles as the Administrative Director for the Bloomington Housing Authority and as the Director of the New Hope for Families Shelter program (in addition to my time as a Family Housing Specialist), I navigated complex housing systems to deliver real, tangible support to those in need. During my tenure at the Bloomington Housing Authority, I created and advanced innovative programs that remain in place to this day, specifically the Mobile Grocery Shuttle Program and the Landlord Risk Mitigation Fund.
I actively shape regional housing and support strategies through my service on the South Central Housing Network Board (SCHN), the South Central Community Action Program board (SCCAP), the Indiana Balance of State Continuum of Care Board (IN BoS CoC), and the Statewide Capital Projects Initiative Committee (SCPIC) for Indiana United Ways. Through SCPIC, I was proud to vote in support of vital local capital projects: upgrades to the Community Kitchen satellite location and the building of the forthcoming Beacon, Inc. project.
My approach to public service is grounded in rigorous analysis and strategic problem-solving and design as a Learning Scientist, supported by my doctoral (PhD) studies at Indiana University, my Masters in the Learning Sciences from Northwestern University, and BA from the University of Chicago (English/Pre-Med).
Moving forward, my vision for Perry Township is rooted in proactive support, transparency, and community partnership.
I believe the Trustee's office should not just be a safety net, but a vital community hub that actively prevents crises before they occur.
Fostering strong, communicative relationships between the Trustee's office, local landlords, and community organizations to ensure sustainable housing solutions.
Streamlining the process for emergency assistance to ensure that our most vulnerable residents receive timely, dignified, and effective support.
Empowering residents and property owners alike with clear, accessible information about the resources and services available through the Township.
I am actively developing plans for a Community, Outreach, Resource, and Education (CORE) Center. This initiative is designed to strategically collaborate with community partners to create a hub that advances supportive service infrastructure "upstream", focusing on community building, proactive outreach, education & personal empowerment to support household stability, economic vitality and neighborly connection & relationship building.
Explore recent coverage, interviews, and official statements regarding my work in the community.