Council Minute March 19

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Allocation of Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds

2025 Sustainability Commission work plan

Adjustment of franchise fees for 2026 infrastructure and energy projects

Proposed city-wide energy efficiency loan program for homeowners

Funding for municipal retaining wall repairs

Areas of Interest (3)

Bloomington residents face utility fee hikes in 2026 as council proposes funding expansion for infrastructure and energy efficiency.
City unveils new energy-efficiency loan program to help residents retrofit homes and reduce carbon emissions.
New state-mandated Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) creates recurring annual funding of $1 million for city housing projects.

Votes (1)

Approval of LAHA fund allocation split (50/50 for homeownership and preservation/development)

ApprovedNot specified

Moved by City Council · Seconded by N/A

Notable Quotes (2)

The proposal, approved by resolution of the City Council, splits our annual LAHA funds – 50 percent for affordable homeownership programs and 50 percent for affordable housing development and preservation.
— Tim Busse

Affordable Housing AidExplaining the allocation of state-provided housing aid.

With these proposed adjustments, monthly residential franchise fees would rise from $5.95 to $6.88 per utility starting in 2026, with similar increases for commercial properties.
— Tim Busse

Franchise FeesDescribing upcoming utility fee increases.

People (1)

Tim BusseMayor

Mayor of Bloomington delivering the weekly council summary.

Places Mentioned

Bloomington, MNLet's Talk Bloomington (online platform)

Events & Meetings (5)

March 17th: City Council Meeting
December 2024: Facilitated discussion on LAHA funds
February 2025: HRA/Port Authority presentation
April 2025: Community engagement period
May 19: Public hearing on franchise fees

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Unspecified Resolution

Resolution authorizing the 50/50 split of annual Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds.

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