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September 2018 News Releases

City of Bloomington Utilities Announces Fire Hydrant Maintenance for Week of October 1

Customers may experience fluctuations in pressure and/or discoloration of their water during hydrant maintenance.

Mayor John Hamilton Joins Elected Officials Nationwide to Demand Protection of Forests

In the wake of Hurricane Florence and wildfires that have swept the country, Mayor John Hamilton has joined over 200 organizations, scientists, and elected officials in releasing the #Stand4Forests platform demanding the protection of U.S. forests as a vital climate solution.

Executive Director of Bloomington Housing Authority to Host Farmers’ Market Saturday

Amber Skoby, invites visitors to the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market this Saturday, September 29 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. during “Mayor at the Market.”

Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department Named Best in U.S. by the National Recreation and Park Association

Bloomington Parks and Recreation took top honors in the Class III category, where it was selected from among communities with a population between 75,000 and 150,000.

2018 Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours for Bloomington

Trick-or-treat hours for the city of Bloomington have been set for Wednesday, October 31 from 5:30-8:30 p.m., rain or shine. Sunset will be at approximately 6:45 p.m. on Halloween.

City Grants Will Allow Child Care Centers to Serve More Children

The awards will fund additional staffing, supplies, need-based financial aid, or facility improvements that will allow the centers to create additional spots for children by January 1, 2019.

The City of Bloomington and Monroe County Government Partner on Resource Guide for Substance Use Disorder

The resource guide was created to address the needs of individuals in and around the community who are struggling with substance use disorder.

City of Bloomington Utilities to Test Southeast Booster Next Week

This test will help CBU staff prepare for a water transmission main to be out of service during the construction of Monroe County’s Fullerton Pike road project.

City of Bloomington and Dimension Mill Inc. Announce Street Naming Contest

Members of the public are encouraged to propose names for the city’s newest street, which will run west from The Mill’s south plaza across the Trades District and connect with N. Rogers Street.

City of Bloomington Utilities Announces Fire Hydrant Maintenance for Week of September 17

Bloomington Parks and Recreation Partners with IU Health Bloomington Hospital at Banneker Community Center

One hundred Indiana University Health Corporate Day of Service volunteers will converge at the Banneker Community Center September 14 from 8 am until noon to enhance the historic city facility’s ability to serve children and families.

City of Bloomington’s Fiesta del Otoño Launches National Hispanic Heritage Month

This year’s theme for Fiesta del Otoño is Celebrando Nuestras Raíces, Nuestra Herencia, Nuestra Fuerza - Celebrating Our Roots, Our Heritage, Our Strength.

City of Bloomington Utilities Announces Fire Hydrant Maintenance for Week of September 10

Director of Utilities to Host “Mayor at the Market” Saturday

Stop by to discuss the Griffy Water Treatment Plant site closure, water quality improvements and other utilities projects.

City Seeking Nominations for the 2018 SWAGGER Awards

These awards recognize and celebrate personal growth, generosity, and the development of respect.

City to Host Informational Meeting for CDBG Grant Applicants

Prospective applicants for funding during the fiscal year 2019 grant cycle are strongly encouraged to attend the public meeting.  

City of Bloomington to Host Next Round of Public Meetings for Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Update

At the meeting, members of the public will have the opportunity to ask questions of and share concerns with the consultant team.