Bloomington City Council

Stories from the past 45 days

Bloomington Planning Commission swears in new commissioner, elects officers

Story Date Oct 12, 2026

The Bloomington Planning Commission held its August meeting with the formal swearing-in of new Commissioner Madeline Summers and the election of Kevin Cunningham as the commission's new chair for the…

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Council hears concerns but takes no action on four issues

Story Date Oct 6, 2026

The Bloomington City Council held a listening session on August 4, 2026, where residents and business owners raised concerns about tobacco ordinances, park lighting, and police immigration enforcement…

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Council Rejects Environmental Review Petition for Creek Project

Story Date Oct 6, 2026

The Bloomington City Council voted 5-1 on Tuesday to deny a request for a new environmental assessment of the Nine Mile Creek Corridor Renewal Project, clearing the way for contract awards. The decisi…

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Bloomington Explores Geothermal Pilot to Decarbonize Energy Use

Meeting Sep 29, 2026Story Date Oct 3, 2026

Centerpoint Energy presented plans for a network geothermal system aimed at reducing natural gas emissions for heating and cooling buildings in the community.

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Bloomington City Council Prioritizes Local Food Production, Seeks Collaborative Sustainability Policies

Meeting Sep 29, 2026Story Date Oct 3, 2026

Officials discussed expanding community gardens and integrating food-growing trees, urging a joint effort between planning and sustainability commissions to foster a more resilient food system.

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