State of the City 2025 recap

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Bloomington Tomorrow Together strategic plan

2024 city accomplishments review

Citywide economic development strategic plan

Hatch Bloomington Business Pitch Competition

Public safety and emergency response

Mental health service availability

Bloomington Community Brain Health Services program

Education and community recognition

Areas of Interest (3)

Bloomington reports a 15% decline in residents' perceptions of mental health care availability.
City launches its first-ever citywide economic development strategic plan to spur retail growth.
The Hatch Business Pitch Competition grants $100,000 to local entrepreneurs opening a new restaurant.

Notable Quotes (2)

The state of our city is strong.
— Tim

City StatusOpening statement at the Best of Bloomington address.

One concerning item in our community survey was the fact that the ratings for the availability of affordable quality mental health care declined 15% from 2023.
— Tim

Mental Health ServicesAddressing public service gaps.

People (5)

TimMayor

Delivered the state of the city address.

2 quotes

“The state of our city is strong.”

Opening remarks regarding city status.

“The top prize is $100,000, and support to open a brick and mortar retail business right here in Bloomington.”

Describing the Hatch business pitch competition prize.

EwanStudent

Participant in the Bloomington Civics Bee.

Grant VeitheimerEntrepreneur

Winner of the Hatch Bloomington Business Pitch Competition.

Nick PetersonEntrepreneur

Winner of the Hatch Bloomington Business Pitch Competition.

Jeff SupferMusic Teacher

Normandale Hills Elementary teacher and Inclusive Educator Award recipient.

Places Mentioned

Radisson Blu at Mall of AmericaTown & Country shopping centerPortland and American BoulevardNormandale Hills Elementary

Events & Meetings (1)

March 21st - Bloomington Annual State of the City Address at Radisson Blu, Mall of America

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