Water Main Break Repairs in Process on City’s Northwest Side
The break, near the Arlington Valley Mobile Park at 1600 N. Willis Dr., has affected a significant area.
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The break, near the Arlington Valley Mobile Park at 1600 N. Willis Dr., has affected a significant area.
Crews are in process of determining the exact location of the leak.
City holiday closings impact Sanitation collection days.
Applications are due in the Parks and Recreation Department office by 5 p.m. Jan. 12, 2018
The City of Bloomington Utilities would like to remind residents that clearing leaves and other debris from storm inlets is a year-round team effort.
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve to be closed from noon until 8 a.m. periodically between Dec. 15-Feb. 28.
The Bloomington Bicentennial Committee will support projects, events and programs that express creativity and pride within the community.
Residents are essential partners in preventing stormwater from backing up in Bloomington’s neighborhoods.
The lawsuit will seek damages in the form of funds to address the significant financial burdens that the opioid crisis has placed on the City and County.
The City of Bloomington has just published a new website, BloomingtonRevealed.com
Mayor John Hamilton invites the community to attend the 2018 City of Bloomington’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, on Monday, January 15
On Wednesday, December 13th, members of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners and Mayor John Hamilton will share details relating to a lawsuit against opioid manufacturers and distributors
Carmichael will begin her new duties on January 2, 2018. A search for a new Communications Director will begin immediately.
Mayor John Hamilton flipped the ceremonial switch to officially begin realizing the benefits of solar power for City Hall.
Mayor John Hamilton will announce the City’s plans to celebrate the upcoming bicentennial during a press conference on Monday, December 11, at 9:30 a.m.
Crews from City of Bloomington Utilities will repair a water main break in the 2400 block of South Walnut Street on Friday, December 8, weather permitting.
The City of Bloomington Street Department will be conducting a citywide survey of street pavement and sidewalk conditions, as well as performing a comprehensive assessment of traffic control signage.
Please join Mayor John Hamilton on Thursday, December 7, at 10:30 a.m. to learn more about the City’s latest solar initiatives, including solar power and guaranteed energy savings.
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) seeks volunteers to participate in its Bicentennial literacy initiative.
The Bloomington Rotary Club and CFC, Inc. recognized for their outstanding contributions to the success of Parks and Recreation programs.
Amendments to the ordinance regulation affect maximum heights, maximum densities, and modulation requirements.
A downtown parking study will kick off this month with public meetings to gather information for an overview of current and projected parking needs for the downtown area.
The City of Bloomington joins the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce on Monday, December 4 to host “Sustainable Profits: Are You Looking to Improve Your Bottom Line?” Free to the public, the event’s focus is the impact on profitability that results from running a more sustainable business model.
The City of Bloomington Black History Month Committee announced that the 2018 theme for its annual Black History Month essay contest is From Protest to Progress: Unmasking the Movement.
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women will continue accepting nominations for its annual awards through January 19, 2018.
The Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department's urban forestry program is issuing a call for artist proposals for an Arbor Day poster.
The event takes place at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, 114 E. Kirkwood Avenue, from 12:30-6:30 p.m on November 30.
Bloomington Transit reduces routes from November 19 through November 25. On November 24, all buses will be out of service and the Bloomington Transit Center will be closed.
Sanitation customers scheduled for Thursday will experience a one-day delay during Thanksgiving week.
Animal Control and Animal Shelter will be closed November 24 - 27. Despite closings, staff will field calls regarding emergencies or lost-and-found pets.
The public is invited to join the Director of Information and Technology Services, Rick Dietz, as he hosts "Mayor at the Market" Saturday.
HAND will host four Home Buyers Club classes in 2018 to help potential first-time home buyers understand and overcome the obstacles involved in realizing the goal of homeownership.
Donations collected through Stuff-a-Bus will be distributed to Monroe County families that have requested assistance through the Salvation Army.
The Center for Digital Government (CDG) has announced the national winners of the 2017 Digital Cities Survey. Now in its 17th year, the annual survey recognizes cities using technology to improve citizen services, enhance transparency and encourage citizen engagement.
City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) is pleased to announce that Laura Pettit has been named as the new Assistant Director of Finance.
Community members are encouraged to attend the public information meeting regarding the Draft 2040 Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
The public is invited to join the director of the City’s Planning and Transportation Department, Terri Porter, as she hosts “Mayor at the Market” on Saturday. P
The City of Bloomington is proud to announce its participation in a national public art collaboration, Pledges of Allegiance, with Creative Time, the New York-based public arts nonprofit...
The City of Bloomington and Mapbox, an open source mapping platform, will participate in Indiana University’s GIS Day, an annual celebration featuring the exciting geographic information systems (GIS) work of Indiana researchers and staff, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies.
On Monday, November 6, the City of Bloomington and Indiana University will host a public event designed to give the community an opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and give input about the bike share partnership announced earlier this week. The event takes place at City Hall (401 N. Morton St.) in Council Chambers from 4:00-6:30 p.m.
Sims will be available from 9:00-10:30 a.m. to speak about affordable housing, historic preservation, and neighborhood services.
The score makes the City one of 11 in the state with a class two (2) rating, placing Bloomington in the top one percent of the 1593 Indiana communities protected by a fire department.
The City invites residents and guests to learn more about the City, share ideas, and discuss ongoing projects with department heads at the "Mayor at the Market" series.
Drivers should plan for extra travel time along College Mall Road, or take an alternate route.
The City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) Service Board recently approved increases to several charges related to water and sewer service. Most of the charges that were reviewed are one-time fees that have not increased in the last decade.
City partners with IU in new bike share initiative. The public is invited and encouraged to participate, learn more, and share input at event on November 6.
A swastika spray-painted on a railway underpass at 14th and College Avenues was reported to the Office of the Mayor at approximately 12:45 p.m. today.
The City of Bloomington's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission is soliciting nominees for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award. The award recognizes and affirms those who have made significant contributions in the areas of race relations, justice, and human rights.
City to host press conference on Tuesday to announce new partnership with Indiana University.
USA Softball Girls' Class A 16-Under Fastpitch Northern National Championships to be played in Bloomington in 2018 and 2019
If residents see vandalism in the form of offensive language at any time they should immediately report it to the COB at 812-339-1444.
Kelson will be available to chat about upcoming water main replacement projects, the fire hydrant maintenance program, and more.
Bloomington’s Office of the Mayor and Office of the City Clerk are accepting applications to fill various board and commission vacancies, as several current terms expire in December 2017 and January 2018.
Following a thorough investigation, City of Bloomington Utilities Director Vic Kelson has issued a report detailing the actions that lead to a 7-year-old boy falling into an open stormwater inlet on October 9.
After finding a trace presence of lead in soil samples on City property at the former Dyer water tank earlier this year, City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) has submitted an application for the Indiana Department of Environmental Management’s (IDEM) Voluntary Remediation Program.
Upcoming City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department, IU, and Downtown Bloomington events offer opportunities to celebrate Halloween
The City of Bloomington received a top score of 100 in the 2017 Human Rights Campaign Municipal Equality Index.
The Sanitation Department will begin its 2017 residential leaf collection for bagged leaves on Monday, November 6, and continue collection through Thursday, December 21.
The public is invited to join the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, Paula McDevitt, as she hosts “Mayor at the Market” this Saturday.
Governor Holcomb had argued that he was not the correct defendant to the City’s lawsuit and, as such, the lawsuit should be dismissed.
Water service to drinking fountains, restrooms, and irrigation systems in park facilities will be shut off over the next few weeks.
The awards celebrate leaders, advocates, and organizations that provide support related to health, law, education, and culture that furthers a united Latino and Hispanic community.
A Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) advisory for the 400 block of South Henderson Street was confirmed on Tuesday, October 17.
On Wednesday, October 18, water will be shut off beginning at 9:00 a.m. until approximately 3:00 p.m.
The program is a collaboration between the City, Harmony School students, and various campus and community events.
“You Belong Here” welcomes residents and visitors with iconic images that showcase Bloomington’s past, present, and future.
Performers are selected based on type and quality of performance, availability, past performance record, and cost.
Alex Crowley will be available to discuss the City’s upcoming development and sustainability efforts.
Fire hydrant maintenance scheduled for the week of October 16 - October 20 includes areas bordered by E. Winslow Road, E. Moffett Lane, S. Harrell Rd., and S. Walnut St.
Bloomington residents and guests will have opportunities to interact with City of Bloomington department leaders at the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market (401 N. Morton St.) through the “Mayor at the Market” series. All are invited to attend the market throughout the month to discuss upcoming projects and future initiatives, and to learn more about the City.
This bipartisan group includes mayors from across the country representing cities large and small, including America’s four largest cities.
The Council for Community Accessibility will host its annual celebration on Monday, October 30, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. at St. Mark's United Methodist Church.
Fire hydrant maintenance within the included areas is scheduled to take place between October 9 - October 13.
The City of Bloomington Safe and Civil City Program is now accepting submissions for the updated Minority and Women-Owned Business Directory.
“The Book of Life” chronicles the journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart.
Tonight Mayor John Hamilton will ask the Bloomington Common Council to join him in support of a 1% Food and Beverage Tax on prepared foods.
Carmichael will be available to discuss the new modernized sanitation plan as well as the communications and social media of the City of Bloomington.
Crews ascertained the SSO was the result of a blockage in a sanitary sewer line.
The City of Bloomington Animal Shelter is promoting dog adoptions with a “Peace, Love and Dogs” theme that includes reduced adoption fees and several special events.
The Zone Arts Grant Program is designed to support arts activities within the boundaries of the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Zone.
Sanitation customers will begin utilizing the new waste and recycling carts provided by the city, eliminating the need for yellow trash stickers.
Crew members from M.E. Simpson, fulfilling the obligations of a contract signed with the City of Bloomington Utilities, will flow (flush) and perform necessary maintenance on fire hydrants.
Signage will be displayed in the affected areas on the day the fire hydrant maintenance is taking place.
The City of Bloomington and Cook Group, Inc. have agreed to enter into an “Agreement in Lieu of Annexation” pending final approval of the agreement by the City of Bloomington Common Council.
In response to overwhelming demand for tickets to ride on the first autonomous bus demonstration in Bloomington, a limited number of additional walk-up spots have been added.
Trick-or-treat hours are scheduled for Tuesday, October 31, from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., rain or shine.
The Bloomington Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist will open Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. EST.
The coming week will be the last for trash sticker use in Bloomington.
“Takin’ it to the Streets,” a one-day neighborhood enhancement project, will focus on the Broadview neighborhood on Saturday, September 30.
The City of Bloomington and Bloomington Transit will launch the City’s new “Fast Forward Bloomington” initiative on Friday, September 29, with an event featuring the first driverless bus technology demonstration in the state of Indiana.
The City of Bloomington Utilities will conduct its 2017 fire hydrant maintenance program starting Monday, September 25.
Eighty-eight high school students participated in the City’s challenge, with an end result of 3,994 service hours between May 30 through August 8.
Mayor John Hamilton reacted enthusiastically to Bloomington-based Cook Group’s recent expansion announcements.
Work originally scheduled for Sept. 19 has been postponed until Wednesday, Sept. 20.
The City of Bloomington Animal Shelter will be closed to the public on Monday, September 18 due to construction-related activities.
City of Bloomington Utilities will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Monroe Water Treatment Plant this Saturday at the Farmers’ Market.
The City’s Housing and Neighborhood Development Department (HAND) announced deadlines for application for several of its Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) programs.
The Bloomington Human Rights Commission (BHRC) is accepting nominations for its annual Human Rights Award.
Join City of Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton at “Mayor at the Market” as well as Bloomington Utilities in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Monroe Water Treatment Plant.
The City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department will host Fiesta del Otoño (Fall Festival) to commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month.
The Bloomington Animal Shelter is extending Hoosier hospitality to 6 dogs and 18 cats that were evacuated from southern Florida in preparation for Hurricane Irma.
On Wednesday night, City Council approved an accessory dwelling units (ADU) program that Mayor John Hamilton sees as an important step forward in the City’s efforts to provide affordable housing options.
The public is invited to join City of Bloomington Legal Department’s Corporation Counsel Philippa Guthrie at “Mayor at the Market.”
Mayor Hamilton will be the guest reader during this week’s Preschool Story Hour on Friday, September 8. The weekly Bloomington Parks & Recreation event takes place at Peoples Park from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Fridays in September.
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Children and Youth is seeking nominations for the 2017 SWAGGER (Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect) awards.
The City of Bloomington Utilities invites residents to join in a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Monroe Water Treatment Plant.
The City of Bloomington’s Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) Department will host an informational meeting to discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
City of Bloomington Utilities will be replacing water mains across the city during coming weeks in an effort to update the City’s water delivery infrastructure.
Officials from the Meadowood Retirement Community in Bloomington have remediated the situation after an undetermined amount of wastewater was recently released into the watershed from a source on the retirement community’s property.
The City of Bloomington’s Sanitation Division has released a timeline for the transition into its modernized sanitation plan from the existing waste and recycling removal model.
The City of Bloomington Sanitation Division’s modernized sanitation plan will soon eliminate the need for households to purchase yellow trash stickers and green yard waste stickers to receive sanitation services.
While City offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 4, City of Bloomington Sanitation services will operate on their normal schedule.
While City offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 4, City of Bloomington Sanitation services will operate on their normal schedule.
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women is seeking nominees for the 2018 Woman of the Year, Emerging Leader and the Toby Strout Lifetime Contribution awards.
The Bloomington/Monroe County Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMCMPO) is hosting a public workshop to gather input for the 2040 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) on Thursday, September 14 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Monroe County Public Library.
Mayor Hamilton has signed the “We Are With Dreamers” letter in a show of solidarity with other elected officials who support Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA.
Ivy Tech Community College’s Bloomington campus will host a 9/11 remembrance event on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 9 a.m., in coordination with the City of Bloomington and Bloomington Metropolitan Fire Fighters Union Local 586.
The latest emissions inventory indicates that the Bloomington community lowered its greenhouse emissions by 13% between 2006 and 2016.
The public is invited to join City of Bloomington Utilities Director Vic Kelson at “Mayor at the Market” in front of Showers Plaza from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 26.
City Council’s recent code updates to Title 15, the municipal text that regulates vehicles and other traffic, will improve safety and increase legal protections for pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders, and other vulnerable road users.
City of Bloomington Utilities is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Monroe Water Treatment Plant with trucks, interactive exhibits, and freebies at the Farmers Market on September 16th.
Today I’m joining over 200 mayors around the country in a Mayors’ Compact to Combat Hate, Extremism, and Bigotry.
Comedian Tiffany Haddish will perform August 24-26 at The Comedy Attic to benefit local foster home children with a suitcase and luggage collection drive organized by the City’s Community and Family Resources department.
Please join the Director of Communications, Mary Catherine Carmichael, as she hosts "Mayor at the Market" Saturday.
The mayor’s priorities include economic health, public safety, affordable housing, and efficient and transparent operations.
Budget process with departmental hearings in front of Common Council from Aug. 14-Aug. 17 at 6pm.
Today the City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) filed an updated rate tariff with the Indiana Utilities Regulatory Commission (IURC).
Please join Mayor John Hamilton as he hosts "Mayor at the Market" Saturday.
Plans to welcome Arlington Heights Elementary School students on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 9.
Bloomington residents will have opportunities to interact with Mayor & department leaders at Farmers Market.
Mayor Hamilton launched the City’s most ambitious solar measures to date.
The City of Bloomington’s Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) will host the Home Buyers Club in September.
Twin Lakes Recreation Center recognized volunteer Oliver Fyffe during the Board of Park Commissioners meeting July 25.
The Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Griffy Lake Nature Preserve Deer Management Information Panel Aug. 1 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall...
On Monday Mayor John Hamilton will host a press conference to discuss the progress of the City’s Solarize Bloomington efforts, and announce a comprehensive strategic energy master plan...
The City of Bloomington Utilities has issued a Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) advisory for the following areas after an SSO was confirmed on Thursday, July 27.
The public is invited to join Lew May, Bloomington Transit’s General Manager, as he hosts “Mayor at the Market” on Saturday.
Mayor John Hamilton introduced four new initiatives today in the City’s continuing effort to address ongoing challenges in Bloomington’s downtown area.
In an effort to elevate and standardize fire safety throughout Monroe County, Bloomington Fire Chief Jason Moore is seeking formalized written automatic aid agreements with other Monroe County fire departments.
Mayor John Hamilton will host a press conference on Thursday, July 27 to discuss the progress of the City’s Safety, Civility, and Justice Task Force recommendations...
Pesticide treatment of vegetation in the paver bricks on the Farmers' Market Plaza of the B-Line Trail will begin at 8 a.m., weather permitting.
The monthly disinfection byproduct (DBP) test results for June have been released.
Nationally recognized speaker Charles Marohn, president of Strong Towns, a national nonprofit working to strengthen financial resilience in America’s towns and cities, will present to the public on Thursday, August 3.
The public is invited to join Corporation Council Philippa Guthrie as she hosts “Mayor at the Market” Saturday.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) signed the final version of the “Dental Rule” on June 9, 2017.
Beth Rosenbarger, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator for the City of Bloomington Planning and Transportation Department, is being honored as a 2017 Community Builder with an award...
The public is invited to join Director of Innovation Tom Miller as he hosts “Mayor at the Market” Saturday.
The Monroe County Domestic Violence Coalition (MCDVC) has compiled statistics for the fourth quarter of 2016.
Underground blasting will commence this week as City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) and its contractors continue work in the Switchyard Park area to construct the South Central Interceptor sewer.
There is FOG in the sewers, but it’s not the mist that fills the air. In sewer terms, “FOG” stands for fats, oils and grease.
Residents, businesses and nonprofits in Bloomington and surrounding counties will have another opportunity to install solar at a discount this year with the launch of the Solarize Bloomington Initiative, Phase 2.
The City of Bloomington will host a public auction on Saturday, July 15 to sell vehicles, equipment and miscellaneous items no longer needed by the City.
Mayor John Hamilton will host a press conference Thursday, July 6 to review progress on the recommendations made in the Safety, Civility and Justice Task Force report presented last month.
The Economic & Sustainable Development Department, in collaboration with the Planning & Transportation Department, recently commissioned a new installation...
The City of Bloomington Animal Shelter will hold a special adoption promotion in honor of the July 4th holiday.
The Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association (BUEA) and the Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District (BEAD) are now accepting applications for the Zone Arts Grant Program.
Over 8200 Bloomington households responded to the City of Bloomington Public Works Department’s request to select cart sizes for the new sanitation modernization effort.
The Bloomington City Council passed an ordinance on April 19, 2017 amending the City’s current Smoking Ordinance to prohibit the use of Electronic Smoking Devices in public places...
The City of Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility will host a celebration of the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
Throughout the month of July, Bloomington residents will have opportunities to interact with Mayor John Hamilton and City of Bloomington department leaders...
The City of Bloomington Fire Department and the Fire Prevention Bureau remind everyone about the importance of safety when using fireworks this Fourth of July season.
While City offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day, City of Bloomington Sanitation services will operate on their normal schedule.
The City of Bloomington Arts Commission (BAC) awards 16 local organizations with Arts Project Grants that cultivate community, encourage collaboration and enhance the arts across Bloomington.
The public is invited to join Public Works Director Adam Wason as he hosts “Mayor at the Market” Saturday.
This week, the City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) begins the South Central Interceptor Sewer, a $6.9 million project to improve the aging sewer infrastructure...
Cart choices can be made online through Sunday.
The public is invited to join Economic & Sustainable Development Director Alex Crowley as he hosts “Mayor at the Market"
The Economic & Sustainable Development Department in collaboration with City of Bloomington Utilities recently commissioned a new mural by local artist Emily Wilson.
The Safety, Civility and Justice Task Force formed to examine, evaluate, research and make recommendations toward a safe, civil and just downtown will present...
The City of Bloomington is set to move to an updated and improved version of its website.
Griffy Lake will be closed to boating from June 13-June 14th until 1pm.
The EnergyBus, funded through an Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority Innovative Grant...
The public is invited to join City of Bloomington Human Resources Director Caroline Shaw as she hosts “Mayor at the Market” Saturday.
The monthly disinfection byproduct (DBP) test results for May have been released and DBP concentrations remain low...
Entrepreneurs, code writers, tech developers and the local economic development community will gather Thursday at 5:30 pm...
On Thursday, the City of Bloomington joined 61 cities and 36 million Americans across the country in condemning...
The public is invited to join Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) Director Doris Sims as she hosts...
Today Mayor John Hamilton awarded Bloomington resident Jeremy Moore the Civilian Lifesaving Award...
City department heads saved approximately $3 million in 2016 by delivering services efficiently and not spending every appropriated dollar.
Mayor John Hamilton will join Parking Enforcement Officer Susan McCarter for a walking exploration of downtown Bloomington, starting at 4 p.m. today.
The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network has issued a challenge to Bloomington and Monroe County high school students to make this summer a “Summer of Service” (SOS).
Mayor John Hamilton and city staff shared details about the new program at a press conference May 25.
Today the City of Bloomington filed a lawsuit in Monroe County challenging the constitutionality of legislation passed by the Indiana General Assembly on April 22nd and signed by Governor Holcomb on April 27th.
Mayor John Hamilton has joined the Cities Thrive Coalition comprised of mayors across the country in asking Congress not to enact the American Health Care Act (AHCA).
The City of Bloomington Street Department is currently underway on completing a number of asphalt paving projects now through September 2017.
The City of Bloomington’s Economic & Sustainable Development Department is pleased to welcome Brian Payne as its Assistant Director for Small Business Development.
The City of Bloomington is currently offering two surplus properties for sale.
Today the City announced Indiana University students Hayden Mills and Dipt Chaudhary as the winners of its Civic Code Challenge, winning the $500 first prize.