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Bloomington Arts Commission Announces 2025 Arts Operations Grant Cycle

The Bloomington Arts Commission has launched its 2025 Arts Operations Grant Cycle, inviting local organizations to apply for funding. This initiative aims to support the arts community in Bloomington, Indiana, enhancing local cultural offerings. Applications will be accepted through the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association.

August 13, 2025 GIS System Patch

The City of Bloomington will take its GIS system and related applications offline on August 13 from 9 PM to midnight to implement a security patch. During this outage, users will be unable to submit applications for business licenses, plans, and permits, and online maps will be unavailable.

City of Bloomington Safety Week Events to Run August 18 - 22

The City of Bloomington will host Safety Week events from August 18 to 22, 2025, focusing on community safety initiatives. The events will include activities aimed at promoting safety awareness and gathering public input on local safety measures.

City of Bloomington Seeks Residents to Serve on Boards and Commissions

The City of Bloomington invites residents to apply for positions on various boards and commissions, enhancing public participation in local governance. Opportunities include seats on the Bloomington Arts Commission and the Environmental Commission, among others, with eligibility primarily requiring residency in Bloomington or Monroe County. Applications are open for immediate consideration.

City of Bloomington Rate Proposal Prioritizes Long-Term Safety and Reliability

The City of Bloomington Utilities proposes a water rate adjustment aimed at enhancing infrastructure resilience and service reliability. This initiative follows a comprehensive cost-of-service study and is set for public discussion in late August and early September 2025. If approved, the new rates would take effect in mid-to-late 2026.

City Releases Impact-driven Budget Plan Centered on Essential Services in a Tighter Fiscal Climate

The City of Bloomington proposed a budget of $147.15 million for 2026, reflecting a $16 million operating deficit. Mayor Thomson emphasized a Priorities-Based Budgeting approach, focusing on core services amid new financial constraints from Indiana's Senate Enrolled Act 1.

All-Way Stop Signs Coming to 13th Woodlawn, 13th Indiana

Bloomington will install all-way stop signs at 13th & Woodlawn and 13th & Indiana to enhance safety and traffic flow before the fall semester. Seven right-angle crashes at 13th & Woodlawn in the past year prompted this decision, supported by Transportation Commission findings.

Crawford Apartments Faces Next Phase of City Action to Ensure Resident Safety and Supportive Housing Standards

The City of Bloomington escalates enforcement actions against Crawford Apartments after the property management missed a compliance deadline. This failure to adhere to standards raises concerns over resident safety and the provision of supportive services essential for maintaining the complex's viability.

Paving Begins August 4 on North Walnut Street

Paving on North Walnut Street in Bloomington will begin on August 4, 2025. The project aims to enhance traffic flow and accessibility in the area, particularly for residents and businesses along Indiana State Road 37.

Bloomington Launches Tree Assistance Program for Homeowners

Bloomington launched a Tree Assistance Program to assist homeowners in removing or pruning hazardous trees and planting new ones. Qualifying applicants must live within city limits and meet income requirements, with applications accepted until October 1. The program aims to enhance safety and expand the city's tree canopy.

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