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PRESS RELEASE: A Statement from Mayor Kerry Thomson on Annexation

By Press release · Friday, March 14,2025 1:05 p.m.

Today, Mayor Kerry Thomson issued the following statement regarding the City of Bloomington’s annexation efforts and its intended petition to the Indiana Supreme Court.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington and Indiana University Partner to Host Cultural Festival for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

By Press release · Thursday, March 13,2025 10:19 a.m.

The Indiana University Asian Culture Center, in partnership with the City of Bloomington’s Community and Family Resources Department, will host Asianfest, an annual event celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

PRESS RELEASE: Utilities Service Board Approves Upgrades to Drinking Water Plant

By Press release · Wednesday, March 12,2025 5:06 p.m.

At the March 10, 2025 regular meeting of the Utilities Service Board, the Board approved a resolution to make several upgrades to the Monroe Water Treatment Plant.

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PRESS RELEASE: Lake Lemon Conservancy District holding the Second Riddle Point Boogie

By Press release · Tuesday, March 11,2025 5:39 p.m.

After an unforgettable debut in 2023, Riddle Point Boogie is BACK for 2025—bigger and better than ever!

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Expands Traffic Barriers Along East 3rd Street Bicycle Lane to Enhance Safety

By Press release · Monday, March 10,2025 11:24 a.m.

The City of Bloomington will install additional traffic barriers along East 3rd Street to improve safety and accessibility for cyclists and other roadway users.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Offers Incentives for Homeowners Investing in Solar and Energy Efficiency

By Press release · Monday, March 10,2025 11:21 a.m.

Applications are open for the 2025 Bloomington Green Home Improvement Program (BGHIP), a program that supports Bloomington homeowners who install clean energy and energy efficiency.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Launches Crash Hub to Improve Traffic Safety Awareness

By Press release · Thursday, March 6,2025 2:11 p.m.

The City of Bloomington has released the Crash Hub, a new interactive online resource to improve traffic safety awareness and support data-driven decision-making for safer streets.

PRESS RELEASE: City Commission on the Status of Women to Honor Local Women at Women’s Achievement Celebration

By Press release · Monday, March 3,2025 3:25 p.m.

The City of Bloomington’s Commission on the Status of Women proudly celebrates the outstanding women shaping the community.

PRESS RELEASE: Nonprofit Alliance Announces Nonprofit Board Training in March and April

By Press release · Monday, March 3,2025 12:26 p.m.

The Nonprofit Alliance of Monroe County, in coordination with Nonprofit Central at the Monroe County Public Library, will offer a free, four-session training course for nonprofit board members on March 19, March 28, April 2, and April 9, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. This

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington to Reinstall All-Way Stop Control at Key 7th Street Intersections to Improve Safety

By Press release · Monday, March 3,2025 12:22 p.m.

The City of Bloomington will reinstate all-way stop control at Morton, Washington, Lincoln, and Grant Streets along 7th Street to enhance safety for all roadway users.

PRESS RELEASE: International Women's Day Conference at IU Bloomington aims to empower women locally and globally

By Press release · Friday, Feb. 28,2025 3:36 p.m.

Indiana University’s Office of International Services is hosting a one-day International Women’s Day Conference, aimed at empowering women through the lens of education, leadership development and social justice.

PRESS RELEASE: City Seeks Nominations for 2025 Be More Awards Honoring Exceptional Volunteers

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 24,2025 6:11 p.m.

The City of Bloomington calls on the community to recognize outstanding volunteers by submitting nominations for the 2025 Be More Awards.

PRESS RELEASE: MCHA to Offer Low-Cost, Appointment-Free Vaccine Clinic for Dogs and Cats on Sunday, March 9

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 24,2025 6:08 p.m.

Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) is excited to announce its March event to help local cat and dog owners keep their animals safe and healthy.

PRESS RELEASE: The City of Bloomington Announces Ride and Thrive: A Call for Art Designs for New Bloomington Bus Stop Shelters

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 24,2025 6:02 p.m.

The City of Bloomington seeks Bloomington-based artists and artist teams to design nature-themed artwork to be placed along the top borders of six new bus stop shelters to be installed in 2025.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Invites Artists to Create a Vibrant Design for Community Events Trailer

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 24,2025 5:54 p.m.

The City of Bloomington is looking for a creative design to transform a new community event trailer into a vibrant, traveling work of art.

PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Kerry Thomson to Host Traveling Office Hours at Bloomington Farm Stop Collective on March 4

By Press release · Thursday, Feb. 20,2025 12:18 p.m.

Mayor Kerry Thomson will host her next Traveling Office Hours at Bloomington Farm Stop Collective, offering residents the opportunity for individual, face-to-face conversations on city matters.

PRESS RELEASE: Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission Seeks Student Voices for 2025 Art & Essay Contest

By Press release · Thursday, Feb. 20,2025 12:15 p.m.

The Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission invites local students to participate in the Youth Art & Essay Contest, exploring the theme: “How does diversity make our community stronger?”

PRESS RELEASE: City Accepting Applications for Neighborhood Traffic Calming Projects

By Press release · Thursday, Feb. 20,2025 12:13 p.m.

The City of Bloomington invites residents to apply for the 2025 Resident-Led Traffic Calming Program, an initiative designed to improve safety and reduce vehicle speeds on residential streets.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Launches E-Bike Voucher Program to Expand Sustainable Transportation

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 17,2025 1:42 p.m.

The City of Bloomington's Pilot e-Bike Voucher Program provides point-of-purchase e-bike vouchers for of up to $2,000 for qualified low-income residents that can be used towards the purchase of an e-bike at the following local bike shops; Bicycle Garage, Bloomington Bicycles, and Revolution Bike and Bean.

PRESS RELEASE: City Launches Spring into Sustainability Challenge: A Fun, Team-Based Competition to Reduce Carbon Footprints and Win Prizes

By Press release · Monday, Feb. 17,2025 1:22 p.m.

The City of Bloomington is turning sustainability into a friendly competition with the Spring into Sustainability Challenge on the Zero in Bloomington platform.

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