[0:00] [Applause] [0:03] [Music] [0:04] [Applause] [0:05] [Music] [0:05] [Applause] [0:08] [Music] [0:11] [Applause] [0:14] [Music] [0:16] hello and thanks for tuning in to [0:18] Bloomington today let's take a look at [0:20] the latest news in Bloomington Jamie [0:22] vugi was recognized with a proclamation [0:25] for his service to the city at the [0:26] council meeting on January 6th I'm going [0:29] to read a [0:31] for Jamie verbie Day Jamie has served as [0:34] the city manager of Bloomington for 10 [0:36] years and has left to become the next [0:38] president and CEO of Catholic Charities [0:41] Twin Cities under his leadership [0:43] Bloomington reimagined the South Loop [0:45] through development and creative [0:46] placemaking made critical investments in [0:49] affordable housing and led the city in [0:51] advancing strategic planning in racial [0:53] Equity Community engagement and [0:55] Innovation local government is where it [0:57] happens in this country right the thing [1:00] that affects people's lives most [1:02] directly is where they live and uh the [1:06] fact that you're willing to do that work [1:08] is really important and the fact that [1:10] you entrusted me to do this work uh is [1:13] something that I will be grateful for uh [1:15] the rest of my life to learn more about [1:17] ja's accomplishments and to watch the [1:19] proclamation in full visit [1:22] blmn youube and watch the January 6th [1:25] council meeting the city of Bloomington [1:27] is pleased to announce the promotion of [1:29] Nick Nick Johnson to the position of [1:31] planning manager effective the week of [1:33] February 3rd Johnson will succeed Glenn [1:35] margard the current planning manager who [1:38] is retiring after nearly 30 years of [1:40] service Johnson has been a dedicated [1:42] member of the city's planning division [1:44] since 2015 most recently serving as [1:47] planning supervisor leading several key [1:49] initiatives including the development [1:51] and implementation of the city's [1:53] comprehensive plan district and small [1:55] area plans and updates to the city's [1:57] zoning code enjoy the winter month with [2:00] Bloomington Parks and Recreation winter [2:02] Fett is happening now and as part of the [2:04] festivities you can attend blades and [2:06] bites for outdoor skating food and games [2:09] this is the second annual blades and [2:11] bites event and this year there are two [2:13] opportunities to attend in January the [2:16] first event is Friday January 17th at [2:18] running Park from 5: to 9:00 p.m. the [2:21] second is Saturday January 25th at [2:24] Westwood Park from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 [2:26] p.m. both events are free to attend [2:28] there will be free skate rentals a [2:30] chance to win prizes and food trucks on [2:33] site if you'd like to purchase something [2:34] to snack on to learn more about blades [2:36] and bites and other winter fet fund [2:38] visit the link on your screen a new year [2:41] brings a new look for the Bloomington [2:43] briefing if you've received your copy of [2:45] the January issue you'll likely have [2:47] noticed the full image cover of 9M Creek [2:50] each month will feature a different [2:51] Natural Area amenity or things to check [2:54] out around the city if you'd like to see [2:56] your photography featured on the cover [2:58] you can submit a photo photo for [3:00] consideration at the link on your screen [3:02] if your photo is chosen briefing staff [3:04] will notify you and include a credit in [3:06] the publication that is a wrap on this [3:09] week's buzz if you would like to watch [3:11] other stories highlighting people places [3:13] and projects in Bloomington visit the [3:15] city's YouTube channel thanks so much [3:17] for watching