2005-2010 Consolidated Plan
The City of Bloomington Indiana is an entitlement community selected by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development and as such is the administering agency
for federal programs such as HOME Partnership Act (HOME) and Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG). The Housing and Neighborhood Development
Department (HAND) is the lead agency in the Consolidated Plan process and must
outline its plans to distribute funding based upon an analysis of community needs and
resources. HAND stated mission is "to enhance the quality of life for Bloomington
residents by developing programs, services, and partnerships with public and private
organizations to preserve community character, promote affordable housing and
encourage neighborhood vitality."