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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A temporary road closure will occur at the intersection of South College Avenue and West 2nd Street in Bloomington starting August 1, 2025. The closure is necessary for public utility work and will affect traffic through the weekend.
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.
The City of Bloomington will host the National Million Father March on August 6, 2025, at Fairview Elementary School. The event encourages fathers and male mentors to accompany students to school, reinforcing community support for education.