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December 2023 News Releases

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 of Bloomington Partners with SCCAP to Distribute Economic Equity Funds

The City of Bloomington and the South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) have formed a partnership to distribute Economic Equity funds to provide direct support to hundreds of Bloomington’s workers and working families.

Skater at the Spring Ice Show 2019

Extended Public Ice Skating Hours in December at the Frank Southern Ice Arena

Admission for public skating is $6 plus $3 for skate rental.

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 Launches Pilot Program to Help Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters Buy Homes and Live in the City

Mayor John Hamilton announced the launch of a $100,000 no-interest, down-payment assistance pilot program to help up to 10 police officers and 10 firefighters purchase homes, as an incentive to serve and live in the city of Bloomington.

City Employee Clinic ribbon cutting

City of Bloomington Opens Employee Health Clinic

On Monday, December 18, 2023 Mayor John Hamilton, joined by City of Bloomington staff, and representatives from Everside Health, celebrated the official opening of the first health clinic for City employees with a ribbon cutting ceremony and clinic tour.

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 of Bloomington Celebrates Local-Motion Grant Program Recipients

The City of Bloomington is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2023 Local-Motion Grant Program, an initiative aimed at promoting pedestrian and bicycle mobility within the city.

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 Commission on the Status of Women Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women is seeking nominees for the 2024 Woman of the Year, Toby Strout Lifetime Contribution, Emerging Leader, and Young Woman of the Year awards.

Bloomington Fire Department Logo

BFD Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program Wins $50k Grant from State

The Bloomington Fire Department’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program is the recipient of a $50k grant from the State Department of Homeland Security.

Bloomington Named 2023 NDIA Digital Inclusion Trailblazer

Bloomington Again Recognized as Digital Inclusion Trailblazer

The City of Bloomington has been recognized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance as a 2023 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer.

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 a number of City boards or commissions.

Griffy Lake Dam stair access to trail crossing Dec 2023

City Celebrates Completion of South Shore, Dam Crossing Phases of the Griffy Lake Loop Trail with Ribbon Cutting December 15

A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating these major milestones is Dec. 15 at 11:30 a.m.

Project 46 logo

Regional Climate Alliance Holds Second Meeting: Project 46 Steering Committee in Bloomington

On Monday, December 4, 2023, the Project 46 Steering Committee met in Bloomington to identify and pursue solutions that effectively address our shared challenges and opportunities related to climate change.

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

HAND Announces Homebuyers Club Dates for 2024

The City’s Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) will host five sessions of Homebuyers Club in 2024. Open to prospective homeowners across the community, the classes are targeted to first-time home buyers with the goal of increasing accessibility to home ownership.

Building Trades Park Master Plan for Future Improvements Dec. 7 2023

Parks and Recreation Asks for Feedback on Second Draft of Park Designs for the Building Trades Park Master Plan

Feedback on the second draft of the Master Plan park designs will be accepted through Jan. 12, 2024

7th St parking garage murals and fruit

City Extends Free Parking to Encourage Local Shopping Downtown

The City is extending the hours of free downtown parking to encourage residents and visitors to do their holiday shopping at local small businesses.

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 of Bloomington Receives Top A-List Rating for Climate Action, One of 119 Cities Worldwide

Bloomington has again earned a top spot on the CDP Cities A-List, receiving the highest score for transparency and bold climate action.

Fire Station 1 rendering

Groundbreaking to Reopen Downtown Fire Station 1

Today marks the official start of a major remodel of the downtown Fire Station 1, located at 300 E 4th St.

Building Trades Park picnic shelter

Second Building Trades Park Master Plan Public Meeting is Dec. 7

Consultants will present updated design concepts, and collect additional feedback.