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PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Sanitation Services Delayed on Monday, December 15

By Press release · Monday, Dec. 15,2025 12:24 p.m.

In anticipation of the expected extreme cold temperatures, the City of Bloomington Sanitation Division will operate on a modified schedule this week. All sanitation services, including trash and recycling collection, will run on a one-day delay.

PRESS RELEASE: City Expands Free Public Wi-Fi to Additional Parks and Community Spaces

By Press release · Monday, Dec. 15,2025 12:12 p.m.

As part of ongoing work to expand digital access for residents, free public Wi-Fi is now available at two additional locations: Seminary Park (100 W. 2nd St.) and Hopewell Commons (630 S. Morton St.), Bloomington’s newest park. Both sites offer service at speeds up to 100 megabits per second (Mbps), depending on where you’re located in the park.

PRESS RELEASE: MCHA Postpones This Weekend’s Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Dogs and Cats to Sunday, December 21, Due to Forecasted Extreme Cold

By Press release · Thursday, Dec. 11,2025 4:50 p.m.

Monroe County Humane Association (MCHA) has postponed this Sunday’s previously scheduled vaccine clinic in anticipation of extreme cold winter weather.

PRESS RELEASE: New State Law Requires Changes to Bloomington’s Residential Permitting Process

By Press release · Tuesday, Dec. 9,2025 4:01 p.m.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the City of Bloomington Planning and Transportation Department will have a new permitting process for Class 2 structures and any accessory structures on lots with these structures.

PRESS RELEASE: City Shares Safety, Outreach, and Support Efforts Ahead of Browns Woods Encampment Closure

By Press release · Friday, Dec. 5,2025 11:43 a.m.

The City of Bloomington is providing an update on the planned closure of the Browns Woods encampment, scheduled for Monday, Dec. 8. City staff and outreach partners will be on-site the following morning of Tuesday, Dec. 9, to support the transition.

PRESS RELEASE: MCHA to Offer Low-Cost, Appointment-Free Vaccine Clinic for Dogs and Cats on Sunday, December 14

By Press release · Friday, Dec. 5,2025 11:09 a.m.

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

PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Kerry Thomson Announces Transition in City Controller’s Office

By Press release · Thursday, Dec. 4,2025 4:57 p.m.

Mayor Kerry Thomson announced a leadership transition in the City of Bloomington Controller’s Office.

PRESS RELEASE: New Citywide Gift Card Encourages Residents to Shop, Dine Local

By Press release · Wednesday, Dec. 3,2025 1:14 p.m.

The City of Bloomington has partnered with Yiftee, Inc. to launch the Shop Local Bloomington Card, a digital community gift card that can be used at participating independent shops and restaurants in Bloomington.

PRESS RELEASE: VolunteerBloomington! Weekly Features Dec. 8 - Dec. 13, 2025

By Press release · Wednesday, Dec. 3,2025 12:41 p.m.

The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network provides information about local volunteer opportunities. For a complete listing, visit BloomingtonVolunteerNetwork.org or call 812-349-3433. The inclusion of an organization in this list does not imply City endorsement or support of the organization’s activities or policies.

PRESS RELEASE: Municipal Investment Fund Grant Supports Planning for Reliable, Affordable Building Upgrades

By Press release · Tuesday, Dec. 2,2025 2:34 p.m.

The City of Bloomington, in partnership with the Indiana Energy Independence Fund, has received a $250,000 Municipal Investment Fund (MIF) grant to advance its newly created Bloomington Energy Works program, which offers free energy audits and provides educational opportunities on the benefits of energy efficiency and clean energy projects.

PRESS RELEASE: Joe VanDeventer named Deputy Director of Public Works

By Press release · Monday, Dec. 1,2025 3:41 p.m.

The City of Bloomington Public Works Director Adam Wason announced today that Joe VanDeventer has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the City of Bloomington Public Works Department.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Seeks Residents to Serve on Boards and Commissions

By Press release · Monday, Dec. 1,2025 1:16 p.m.

The City of Bloomington invites residents to apply for positions on multiple boards and commissions.

PRESS RELEASE: Immigration attorney Christie Popp to address community members about local immigration issues, stakes of upcoming election

By Press release · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 3:33 p.m.

Bloomington immigration attorney Christie Popp will address community members at the November 23 general meeting of Indivisible South Central Indiana (ISCI).

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Releases Comprehensive Report on Housing and Homelessness

By Press release · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 3:02 p.m.

The Thomson administration has released a comprehensive report outlining how the City of Bloomington is responding to homelessness and the community’s evolving housing landscape, while working to maintain public safety and quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors.

PRESS RELEASE: John Skolak Named Member Services Coordinator at the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce

By Press release · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 2:41 p.m.

The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of John Skolak as its new Member Services Coordinator.

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City of Bloomington Volunteer Network 11/13/2025

By Press release · Thursday, Nov. 13,2025 5:09 p.m.

The City of Bloomington Volunteer Network provides information about local volunteer opportunities.

PRESS RELEASE: Stand Up for Habitat Brings Laughter and Community Spirit to the BCT

By Press release · Thursday, Nov. 13,2025 4:11 p.m.

The Buskirk-Chumley Theater is proud to host Stand Up for Habitat, a night of comedy in support of Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, on Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 PM. The event will feature acclaimed comedians Daniel Van Kirk and Evan Hull for an evening of laughter that benefits a cause close to home.

PRESS RELEASE: Indy Residents Rally for Safer Speeds, Preventing Traffic Deaths & Injuries

By Press release · Tuesday, Nov. 11,2025 4:22 p.m.

On November 16, 2025, communities across the U.S. and around the globe will observe World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, a time to honor those killed and injured in traffic crashes and to call on leaders to prioritize safety in their policies and street designs to prevent further tragedies.

PRESS RELEASE: City of Bloomington Provides Emergency Support Hoosier Hills Food Bank as SNAP Benefits Pause During Federal Shutdown

By Press release · Monday, Nov. 10,2025 11:36 a.m.

The City of Bloomington is providing $46,000 in emergency funding to Hoosier Hills Food Bank (HHFB) to help sustain food access for residents across south-central Indiana during the ongoing federal government shutdown.

PRESS RELEASE: Kirkwood Avenue Reopens to Vehicle Traffic and Parking November 12

By Press release · Monday, Nov. 10,2025 11:27 a.m.

Weather permitting, the City of Bloomington will reopen Kirkwood Avenue to vehicle traffic and parking on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, marking the conclusion of this year’s closure.

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