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November 24, 2025 Bloomington City Council Meeting

Bloomington City CouncilTuesday, November 25, 2025
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Creative Placemaking Minnesota American Planning Association award presentation

Approval of Council Consent Business (Items 3.1-3.6)

Continuation of council rules of procedure regarding listening sessions

Public hearing for Veterans Memorial location update

2026 property tax levy and general fund budget discussion

Full Document Analysis

Votes (5)

Accept the agenda as stated

Passed7-0

Moved by Mayor · Seconded by Council Member Carter

Accept consent business items 3.1 through 3.6

Passed7-0

Moved by Council Member Lman · Seconded by Council Member Mua

Continue consideration of listening session guidelines to December 2025

Passed7-0

Moved by Council Member Lman · Seconded by Council Member Mua

Close the public hearing on item 4.1

Passed7-0

Moved by Council Member Mua · Seconded by Council Member Dalisandre

Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 5 related to Veterans Memorial

Passed7-0

Moved by Council Member Dalisandre · Seconded by Council Member Mua

Notable Quotes (2)

It affirms our shared vision for a more vibrant and inclusive Bloomington.

— Alejandra Plinka
Creative PlacemakingAccepting the APA award.

The purpose of creative placemaking is to reflect the story of our community and to enhance our neighborhoods.

— Commissioner Coat
Creative PlacemakingExplaining the impact of community art projects.

People (6)

Mike PolarmoPresident, APA Minnesota Chapter

Presented the Advancing Diversity and Social Change award to the Bloomington creative placemaking division.

Alejandra PlinkaDirector of Creative Placemaking

Accepted the APA award on behalf of the creative placemaking team.

1 quote

“It really reflects the heart of our creative placemaking plan, lifting up diverse perspectives, strengthening belonging.”

Reflecting on the value of the creative placemaking award and city strategic plan.

Katherine MurrayCreative Placemaking Specialist

Acknowledged by the Director for her work on the creative placemaking commission.

Tim BurntMaintenance Superintendent

Proposed the ordinance change to move the Veterans Memorial site to Harrison Park.

Kate BlessingPresident, Bloomington Remembers Veterans Group

Supported the site change to Harrison Park during the public hearing.

1 quote

“I think it actually enhances the project.”

Describing the community feedback on the new Veterans Memorial location.

Ki CarlsonFinance Staff

Presented the 2026 property tax levy and general fund budget analysis.

Places Mentioned

Bloomington City Council ChambersCivic PlazaHarrison ParkCedar Avenue Bridge

Events & Meetings (3)

  • Monday, November 24th, 2025 - City Council Meeting
  • December 8th, 2025 - Truth and Taxation Public Hearing
  • December 15th, 2025 - Final tax levy budget setting meeting

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Item 4.1

Amendment of Chapter 5 of city code to update the Veterans Memorial location from Civic Plaza to Harrison Park.

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