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September 2019 News Releases

Solarize 2019 Offers Affordable Solar Installation to Homeowners, Businesses, Nonprofits for Fourth Year 

Homeowners, businesses, and nonprofits in Bloomington and Monroe and surrounding counties are encouraged to consider installing solar panels at favorable rates during the fourth season of the Solarize Bloomington Initiative. 

Fire Hydrant Maintenance Continues During Week of September 30

City of Bloomington Utilities is conducting fire hydrant maintenance this week within an area bounded as follows:

Fourth Street Garage Starts Coming Down; Infrastructure Improvements Continue

Demolition of the Fourth Street Garage continues this week, after preparations underway since the beginning of the month.  Last week, Denney Excavating began their make-ready preparation work for the demolition of the parking structure.

City of Bloomington Utilities Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Southwest Bloomington

City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) has repaired a damaged fire hydrant on John Hinkle Place, near N. Pete Ellis Drive.

CBU Invites Neighborhood and Homeowner Associations to Learn About Stormwater Management Options

Neighborhood and homeowners associations are invited to schedule a visit from the City of Bloomington Utilities’ Stormwater Education Specialist to learn about options for addressing stormwater.

City to Host Informational Meeting for CDBG Grant Applicants

The City of Bloomington’s Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) Department will host an informational meeting on applying for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) on Tuesday, October 29 at 9:00 a.m. and again at 5:00 p.m. in the McCloskey Room at City Hall (401 N. Morton St.).

Fire Hydrant Maintenance Continues During Week of September 23

City of Bloomington Utilities is conducting fire hydrant maintenance this week within an area bounded as follows:

City of Bloomington Garners 2019 Indiana Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence

City of Bloomington Utilities Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Southwest Bloomington

City of Bloomington Utilities Hosts Grand Opening of Bulk Water Station

The City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) department invites community members to the grand opening of the new bulk water station at 3220 South Walnut Street this Friday, September 20. Mayor John Hamilton will welcome those attending the event, where the 24-hour high-volume filling station will be demonstrated at 1 p.m. 

Fiesta del Otoño to Launch Hispanic Heritage Month at Showers Plaza Saturday

The City of Bloomington invites community members and visitors to Fiesta del Otoño (Fall Festival) on Saturday, September 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15.

City of Bloomington Utilities Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Southwest Bloomington

City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) has repaired water main damage on South Old State Road 37. Many customers of CBU and Southern Monroe Water Authority were temporarily disconnected from water service on Tuesday afternoon while crews repaired the break.

State of the Urban Forest Report Shows Surge in Number, Health, Diversity of City Trees

A recent inventory of the City of Bloomington’s public tree population reveals significant increases in the number, health, and diversity of our trees along City streets, in rights-of-way, and within public parks. 

Public Input Sought for B-Line Extension Project; Infrastructure Improvements Update

The City of Bloomington Planning & Transportation Department is hosting a public meeting to discuss a project to extend the B-Line Trail on Wednesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. in the atrium of City Hall (401 North Morton St.). 

Indiana University Woman to Receive Prestigious 2019 Indiana Torchbearer Award

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, Brandi Smith, Senior Assistant Director at the Career Development Center on IU Bloomington’s campus will receive one of seven Torchbearer Awards at a ceremony at the Indiana Historical Society, 450 West Ohio Street in Indianapolis. 

Fire Hydrant Maintenance Continues During Week of September 16th

City of Bloomington Utilities is conducting fire hydrant maintenance this week within an area bounded as follows:

City of Bloomington Utilities Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for East Dodds Street

State of the Urban Forest Report to Showcase Bloomington’s 19,000 Public Trees

The City of Bloomington will share its most recent actions to sustain and increase its urban forest in a presentation Tuesday, September 17 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall (401 N. Morton St.).

Plan Commission Provides Additional Hearings for Public Input About Amendments to UDO Adoption Draft

The City of Bloomington Plan Commission has scheduled several special hearings to accommodate additional public input about the latest draft of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO).

Commission on the Status of Children and Youth Seeking Nominations for 2019 SWAGGER Awards

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Children and Youth is seeking nominations for the 2019 SWAGGER (Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect) Awards.

Dronepalooza to Showcase Drones’ Potential for Science, Government, Art, Business, and Recreation