Press Release

PRESS RELEASE: THOMSON NAMES KILLION-HANSON TO LEAD HAND

Mayor Kerry Thomson announced that she has officially named Anna Killion-Hanson to lead the city’s Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development.

PRESS RELEASE: APPLY FOR FREE VENDOR OR EXHIBIT SPACE AT APRIL 28 INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

Parks and Recreation invites community groups, entertainers, food vendors and artists to join the International Festival.

PRESS RELEASE: CITY OF BLOOMINGTON’S LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY EXPANDS RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTION ACROSS THE COMMUNITY IN 2023

In 2023, the City of Bloomington lived up to its designation as a Gold SolSmart City, investing $850,000 in solar expansion to residents, nonprofits, and businesses in Bloomington.

PRESS RELEASE: CITY COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN ANNOUNCES THE 2024 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH LUNCHEON

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women announces the 2024 Women’s History Month Luncheon, which will take place on Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 12-1:30 p.m.

PRESS RELEASE: Hopewell South Demolition to Begin

To prepare for the creation of the new Hopewell neighborhood, a demolition project is planned for the neighborhood.

PRESS RELEASE: CITY OF BLOOMINGTON LAUNCHES SAFE STREETS AND ROADS FOR ALL (SS4A) WEBMAP AND SURVEY

The City of Bloomington is announcing the launch of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) webmap and survey, aimed at enhancing roadway safety through community engagement.

PRESS RELEASE: MCHA Receives Donation of over 33,000 lbs. of Pet Food and Supplies to Assist Local Families and Their Pets

Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) is thrilled to announce the arrival of a 33,600 lb. donation of pet food and supplies.

PRESS RELEASE: CITY INVITES RESIDENTS TO APPLY FOR 2024 RESIDENT-LED TRAFFIC CALMING PROGRAM

The City of Bloomington 2024 Resident-Led Traffic Calming grant program is now open.

PRESS RELEASE: Monroe County Humane Association Celebrates Selection for the Community Foundation's Matching Endowment Campaign

Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) is honored to announce its selection as one of the 18 esteemed local nonprofits participating in the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County’s (CFBMC) matching endowment campaign.

PRESS RELEASE: The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce Unveils “Connect Bloomington” – A New Business Directory and Community Guide

The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of Connect Bloomington, a publication designed to celebrate and connect the diverse business landscape of Greater Bloomington.

PRESS RELEASE: This Week's City of Bloomington News Headlines

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Announces Call for Artist Qualifications for Hopewell Commons 1% for the Arts Installation

The City of Bloomington, in partnership with the Bloomington Arts Commission, seeks an artist or artistic team working in Indiana or adjacent states to create a signature artwork at Hopewell Commons.

PRESS RELEASE: Safety Week Events to Run April 1-5

The City of Bloomington announced today that Safety Week will run April 1-5, in conjunction with the ongoing Safe Streets and Roads for All initiative.

PRESS RELEASE: Monroe County Democratic Party To Host Candidates And Comedy Youth Voter Forum

The Monroe County Democratic Party will hold a candidate forum and comedy event targeted toward youth voters on March 20, 2024.

PRESS RELEASE: David Hittle to Lead City's Planning and Transportation Department

Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson appointed David Hittle as the Department of Planning and Transportation’s Director, contingent on the approval of Plan Commission.

PRESS RELEASE: The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce’s Inaugural Business in Local Government

On Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024, the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its inaugural Business in Local Government.

PRESS RELEASE: BLOOMINGTON ANNOUNCES GEOHUB GEOSPATIAL PORTAL

PRESS RELEASE: SPRING CLEANUP SCHEDULED AT CITY'S ROSE HILL AND WHITE OAK CEMETERIES

Parks and Recreation will conduct routine spring cleanups of Rose Hill Cemetery, 1100 W. Fourth St., and White Oak Cemetery, 1200 W. Seventh St., beginning in late March, as weather permits.

PRESS RELEASE: Thomson Names Kerr as Permanent Fire Chief

Mayor Kerry Thomson named Roger Kerr as the Chief of the Bloomington Fire Department.

PRESS RELEASE: CITY OF BLOOMINGTON INVITES RESIDENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO ATTEND THE 2ND ANNUAL BIKE TO EARTH DAY EVENT AT SWITCHYARD PARK

The City of Bloomington is excited to announce the 2nd Annual Bike to Earth Day Event at Switchyard Park on April 20, 2024 from 1:00-5:00pm.