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September 2023 News Releases

Fall tree planting

October Programs and Events: Halloween Happenings, Fall Native Tree Planting, and a Homecoming Parade

Bloomington is a vibrant community filled with activity. Each month there are numerous opportunities to enjoy and engage, socially and civically. The City will provide monthly updates on what is happening in and with the City and you will discover that no matter your interests or inclinations, there is something for everyone.

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

City Accepting Applications to Serve on the Bloomington Board of Public Safety

The City invites residents to apply for an upcoming vacancy on the Bloomington Board of Public Safety. The Board of Public Safety shall have control and oversee the police and fire department of the city pursuant to statute, and shall have the authority to allow and approve claims.

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

City Accepting Applications to Serve on the Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women

The City invites residents to apply for an upcoming vacancy on the Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women. The Commission on the Status of Women explores women's issues and concerns, celebrates women's accomplishments, and promotes solutions to the problems and challenges faced by women.

Building Trades Park mural

Creation of Building Trades Park Master Plan Begins with Public Meeting Sept. 28

Public meeting scheduled for Sept. 28 in City Hall

Varieties of locally grown apples at the Farmers' Market by Merrill Hatlen

Sample Indiana-Grown Apples at the Farmers' Market Sept. 30

The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market hosts free tastings of more than 18 apple varieties.

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

City Accepting Applications to Serve on City’s Boards and Commissions

The City of Bloomington is accepting applications from community members who would like to serve on several City boards or commissions

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

City Administration Advances Annexation Litigation

On Wednesday, September 13, the City acted to advance its annexation of west-side Areas 1A and 1B by moving to dismiss its constitutional claims related to those areas in a separate lawsuit the City filed in March 2022.

A picture of dancers performing at the Fiesta del Otono event in 2022.

2023 La Fiesta del Otoño Celebrates Literature and Culture

Join neighbors and friends in celebrating the City of Bloomington Fiesta del Otoño at the Switchyard Park Pavilion on Saturday, September 16 from noon to 4 p.m.

Calling All Engineers and Builders: Annual Pumpkin Launch Competition Seeks Talent to Propel Fall Fun

Register mechanical pumpkin launch devices by Oct. 9.

Artist rendering of Bicentennial Gateway at Miller-Showers Park by Rundell Ernstberger Assoc Aug. 2023

New Gateway to City at Miller-Showers Park

Site improvement work to begin at the park's north end Sept. 6.

Middle-Way-House-Logo-in-Purple

Last Call for Sponsors: Middle Way House and City of Bloomington’s 12th Annual Wrapped in Love Tree Sweater Display

As we look forward to Wrapped in Love 2023, Middle Way House and the City of Bloomington extend a final invitation to potential sponsors.

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

Mayor Hamilton Appoints Two Members to Capital Improvement Board

Mayor Hamilton today appointed Mick Renneisen and Adam Thies to the Monroe County Capital Improvement Board (CIB), a new seven-member body created by the County under state law.

2022 City Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report cover image

City of Bloomington Shares the Community-wide 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory

As part of the City’s commitment to climate action, the Department of Economic and Sustainable Development completed an updated community-wide greenhouse gas inventory.

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum

September Programs and Events Calendar

The 5th Annual Black y Brown Arts Festival is in Switchyard Park; City and County Collaborate For the Tenth Annual Bug Fest; and Bloomington Hosts United Against Hate Forum