November Programs and Events
Adopt a Senior Pet Month, Young Women’s Leadership Summit, Canopy of Lights, and Holiday Market
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October 2023 News Releases
City Wins Best of Indiana Award for Best Application Serving the Public
The City of Bloomington has been awarded the 2023 Best of Indiana Award for the “Best Application Serving the Public” at the local government level, for streamlining the process of applying for public grants, scholarships, and other assistance programs.
City Provides Update on Gateway Project
The City of Bloomington announced today a modification in the timeline of the Bicentennial gateway project planned for installation this fall in Miller-Showers Park on the north side of Bloomington.
CDFI Friendly Bloomington Celebrates Accomplishments and Hosts Partners
CDFI Friendly Bloomington, the nonprofit founded to bring more mission-oriented investments to the area, hosted its annual “Appetizers & Opportunities” event Monday to report on its progress and to convene more than 80 individuals representing regional partners, including Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), banks, small businesses, affordable housing developers, local elected officials, and other community development advocates.
Bloomington Recognizes Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect with annual S.W.A.G.G.E.R Awards
On Friday, October 6th, in a ceremony at City Hall, four young nominees won S.W.A.G.G.E.R (Students Who Act Generously, Grow, and Earn Respect) Awards. They were selected from among 14 impressive young people, all of whom were recognized for their meaningful and generous acts.
City Annexation Case to Proceed to Trial
On Wednesday, October 19, Special Judge Nathan Nikirk lifted a stay, allowing the trial on the merits to proceed in County Residents Against Annexation v. the City of Bloomington, a lawsuit filed by some remonstrators from Areas 1A and 1B challenging the annexation of certain west-side neighborhoods.
North Section of B-Line Trail Closed Through Oct. 27
Traffic on the B-Line Trail will be routed north on Fairview and Rogers Streets to 11th Street.
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 one of the following City boards or commissions.
Annual Pumpkin Launch Sends Pumpkins Soaring Through the Skies
Activities include pumpkin drops, pumpkin launching, live music and fall-themed activities.
INDOT to Hold Public Hearing on East SR45 Proposed Improvements
Mayor Hamilton Appoints Tim Street as Interim Director of Park and Recreation
Mayor John Hamilton announced today that Tim Street will serve as Interim Director of the Parks and Recreation Department effective October 17, succeeding current Director Paula McDevitt, who is retiring effective October 16.
Today Bloomington Dedicated its Newest Workforce Housing Neighborhood
Today Mayor John Hamilton; Council Member Stephen Volan; Trinitas Ventures Project Engineer, Alex Bollero; Director of Real Estate Development, Bloomington Housing Authority (BHA), Nathan Ferreira, and members of the Bloomington community joined to cut the ribbon on 45 “shovel ready” lots slated for workforce housing home ownership in Bloomington.
Bloomington City Council Approves 2024 Budget
Last night the City Council approved the $248 million city budget for 2024. This includes just over $131 million for the civil City, a combined $98 million for Utilities, Transit, and Housing Authority, and an additional $19 million in one-time appropriations from the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the former Community Revitalization and Enhancement District (CRED) funds.
Submit Input for the New Master Plan for Building Trades Park by Oct. 20
Parks and Recreation continues to collect community input to guide future enhancements to the park.
Bloomington’s Newest Workforce Housing Neighborhood to be Dedicated
On Friday, October 13th at 1 p.m, Mayor John Hamilton; Council Member Stephen Volan; Trinitas Ventures CEO, Loren King; and Director of Real Estate Development, Bloomington Housing Authority, Nathan Ferreira, will dedicate 45 “shovel ready” lots slated for workforce housing development.
Frank Southern Ice Arena Opens Oct. 13 for the 2023-24 Season
Public ice skating daily only during scheduled times.
City of Bloomington Recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the Native or Indigenous Peoples of North America in all their diversity and complexity.
Bloomington Breaks Ground on Trades District Tech Center
Members of Bloomington’s tech community joined together with civic and private sector leaders on Thursday, October 5, to celebrate a groundbreaking for the Trades District Tech Center.
Fall Cleanup Scheduled at City's Rose Hill, White Oak Cemeteries
Parks and Recreation will conduct a routine fall cleanup of Rose Hill and White Oak Cemeteries beginning Oct. 10.
City of Bloomington Local-Motion Grant Program Application Opens
The City of Bloomington is proud to announce the opening of the 2023 Local-Motion Grant Program application cycle. Aimed at advancing pedestrian and bicycle mobility in the city, this program will provide direct support to initiatives that focus on local activities to foster a diverse and vibrant walking and bicycling culture.
2023 Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours for Bloomington
The City of Bloomington trick-or-treat hours for 2023 have been set for Tuesday, October 31 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., rain or shine.