Mission Statement: The Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association provides the means to improve the economic, physical, and social environment for Zone residents and businesses.

The Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association (BUEA) contributes to economic development efforts in Bloomington's urban core. The Enterprise Zone operates in accordance with Indiana State Code and has created or retained hundreds of jobs and spurred millions of dollar in increased investment.

Indiana offers a variety of state tax benefits for Zone businesses, investors and residents. Per state code, businesses and investors who claim Zone-related tax benefits must remit a small portion of their savings to the BUEA, which in turn operates a variety of programs and services to further economic development within the zone. Since 2001, zone management has fallen under the auspices of the City of Bloomington's Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND). Find out whether you are eligible to participate in these programs.

Zone Boundaries

Incentives and Programs for Businesses

By contributing to economic growth in the area, businesses located within the Enterprise Zone are eligible for several state tax benefits. Businesses can also participate in a variety of programs to help with capital improvements and training. These include competitive facility improvement loans, historic facade preservation grants, and training and support for entrepreneurial activity. Click here for the link to the 2012 Enterprise Zone Investment Deductions forms: EZ2 (PDF 233.97 KB), EZBR-2012 (PDF 442.36 KB), and EZBR-E 2012 (PDF 431.89 KB).

Incentives for Investors

Individuals and corporations may lower their state income tax liability by making investments in the Urban Enterprise Zone. These incentives apply to those purchasing an ownership interest in a Zone Business or making a Qualified Loan.

Incentives for Residents

Residents living in the Urban Enterprise Zone are eligible for a variety of programs. Residents who live and work within the Zone are eligible for deduction from their state income taxes. In addition, those who have lived in the Zone for at least 12 months may apply for a scholarship to attend college. The BUEA also supports schools serving Zone residents through the provision of Annual School Technology Grants. Click here for the link to the 2012 Qualified Employee Deduction Certificate: IT-40QEC (PDF 89.93 KB).

Special Projects

Each year, the BUEA funds several projects for zoned schools, businesses and residents. Those projects include beautification, scholarships to attend Bradford Woods, equipment for schools including electronic and audiovisual materials, and numerous projects along the B-Line Trail. Click here (PDF 7.16 KB) to see the projects from 2009-2011.

User's Guide (PDF 7.61 MB)

Download the User's Guide for a readable, comprehensive description of the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association. You can find all tax documents and links to grant and loan applications by clicking here.

Members:

Appointee Appointed by: Term Expiration Date:



Vacancy The Governor
Jack Baker (Plan Commission) The Mayor 1/31/16
Danise Alano-Martin (Economic Development) The Mayor 1/31/16
Ron Stanhouse (Zone Business) The Mayor 1/31/16
Andrew Zurbuch
 The Mayor 1/31/16
Paul Ash The Mayor
 1/31/16
Roger Kent (Labor) The Mayor 1/31/14
Chris Sturbaum (Council) Common Council 1/31/16
Allison Chopra
 Business Council
 1/31/15
Jean Kautt
 Resident Council 1/31/15
Vacant Common Council

* Zone residents cannot be of the same political party