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The City of Bloomington awarded $55,000 in Digital Opportunity Grants to 14 local nonprofits to enhance digital literacy. The funding aims to empower communities in Monroe County and surrounding areas by improving access to digital resources.
Bloomington officials will host two public open houses on October 28 and 30 to discuss the College Avenue and Walnut Street corridor study. The study aims to enhance user safety and economic opportunities, with proposals for either maintaining one-way streets or converting them to two-way. Community feedback will be collected to inform the final design.
The City of Bloomington opens its 2025 Local-Motion Grant Program to promote pedestrian and bicycle mobility. Nonprofit organizations, neighborhood associations, and local businesses can apply for grants up to $2,400 for projects enhancing active transportation. Applications are due by November 3.
Bloomington residents can provide input on the Parks and Recreation Department’s five-year master plan at an interactive workshop on October 7. This workshop is one of the final opportunities for community feedback before a survey is mailed to select households.
Bloomington's Kirkwood Library block will reopen to vehicle traffic and parking on Friday, Oct. 3. This change comes after a period of restricted access, affecting local traffic patterns and library operations. The adjustment aims to facilitate better access for library visitors and residents.
The City of Bloomington will collaborate with AccessAbleUSA to produce accessibility guides for downtown businesses, enhancing inclusivity for individuals with disabilities. This initiative aims to improve access to local businesses, thereby promoting sustainable development and economic growth.
The City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) announced that construction upgrades to water and sanitary sewer near West Second and Rogers streets are ahead of schedule. The intersection will close from 8 p.m. on Sept. 29 to 8 a.m. on Sept. 30 for connection work and concrete pouring.
The City of Bloomington Utilities plans a temporary lane restriction on South Sare Rd. for a fire hydrant replacement on September 29, 2025. Work will commence at 9 a.m. and is expected to conclude by 2 p.m., with no interruptions to water service anticipated.
Bloomington residents are invited to participate in a hands-on sustainability challenge in October, aimed at promoting sustainable development within the community. The event will take place at 401 N Morton Street Suite 150, Bloomington, Indiana, starting on September 19, 2025. This initiative emphasizes local engagement in climate solutions and sustainability practices.
The City of Bloomington will raise trash cart rates starting in October 2025, following a delay earlier this year. Monthly fees will increase by $0.26 for small carts, $0.48 for medium carts, and $0.72 for large carts, totaling an estimated shortfall of $48,000 in undercollected revenue.