Bloomington public meetings in 2025

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities scheduled a regular session on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Bloomington Public Library has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented.

Technology Commission

The Technology Commission meeting scheduled for December 23, 2025, has been canceled.

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular session of the Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Thursday, December 18 2025 at 5:00 PM was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, January 15 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will hear updates on the Route 66 Art Project, including scheduled student talks in January. The committee will also consider approving a tri‑fold flyer and discuss a possible new Route 66 partnership, holiday decoration recognition, and upcoming park events. All items are presentation‑only except the tri‑fold flyer, which has a recommended approval motion.

• Presentation of Route 66 Art Project updates (no vote)
• Approval of a tri‑fold flyer (recommended motion to approve)
• Discussion of a possible new Route 66 project with a local non‑profit (no vote)
• Holiday Decorations Recognition presentation (no vote)
• Parks and Recreation Department events presentation (no vote)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will first approve the minutes from the November 17 meeting, then hear the monthly treasurer's report. The main new business items are approving the purchase of six Weber grills to replace station and training annex grills, and approving the purchase of four Genesis 17C EFORCE Combi Tools. The board will also receive the 2026 Foreign Fire Election results.

• Approve minutes of the November 17, 2025 special board meeting
• Approve monthly treasurer's report
• Approve purchase of six Weber grills for stations and training annex
• Approve purchase of four Genesis 17C EFORCE Combi Tools
• Review 2026 Foreign Fire Election results

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2026.

Welcoming America Commission

The regular session of the Welcoming America Commission that was scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Government Center Boardroom was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission’s next regular meeting is set for Monday, January 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will consider a public hearing on the 2025 tax levy and vote on several consent‑agenda items, including bills and payroll totaling $24,851,598.87. Council members will also act on multiple resolutions and ordinances covering purchases, contracts, loans, and final plats for new subdivisions. The meeting includes standard public comment, manager and mayor discussions, and an executive session.

• Public Hearing for the City of Bloomington 2025 Tax Levy (Finance Department)
• Consent Agenda: Approve Bills and Payroll in the amount of $24,851,598.87
• Resolution: Purchase radios for the Fire Department from Motorola Solutions for $81,457
• Ordinance: Authorize $9,000,000 loan from the Public Water Supply Loan Program for the Census Track 59 LSLR Project
• Ordinance: Approve final plat of Core Empire Subdivision at 502 IAA Drive

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will review updates on upcoming shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also discuss events for 2025 and 2026.

• Updates on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts shows
• Updates on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena shows
• Discussion of 2025/2026 Cultural Commission events

The Cultural Commission voted to approve the Consent Agenda, which included the September 11, October 9 and November 13, 2025 meeting minutes. All three sets of minutes were adopted unanimously. The commission then moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (7 ayes, 0 nays)

Human Relations Commission

The Bloomington Human Relations Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 2025 and receive updates on discrimination complaints and the MLK Luncheon. The agenda includes presentations on name tags and an annual events calendar.

• Approval of November 13, 2025, meeting minutes
• Presentation on discrimination complaints
• Presentation on MLK Luncheon
• Presentation on name tags
• Presentation on annual events calendar

Joint Review Board (Intergovernmental)

The Joint Review Board will consider motions to appoint or re‑appoint a public member and the chairperson. It will approve the minutes from the January 10, 2025 meeting. The board will also review the Annual Report of the Downtown‑Southwest TIF District. A public comment period is provided for residents.

• Motion to appoint (or re‑appoint) the public member
• Motion to appoint (or re‑appoint) the chairperson
• Public comment period
• Approval of the January 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of the Annual Report of the Downtown‑Southwest TIF District

Joint Review Board (Intergovernmental)

The Joint Review Board will consider appointments for its public member and chairperson, approve the minutes from its January 10, 2025 meeting, and review the annual report of the Empire Street Corridor TIF District. Public comments may be submitted by email or in person following the stated procedures. The meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the Government Center Boardroom.

• Motion to appoint (or re-appoint) the public member
• Motion to appoint (or re-appoint) the chairperson
• Approval of the January 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of the annual report of the Empire Street Corridor TIF District

Joint Review Board (Intergovernmental)

The Joint Review Board will vote to appoint (or re‑appoint) a public member and a chairperson. It will also consider approval of the minutes from the January 10, 2025 meeting. Finally, the board will review the Annual Report of the Downtown East Washington TIF District.

• Motion to appoint (or re‑appoint) the public member
• Motion to appoint (or re‑appoint) the chairperson
• Approval of the January 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of the Annual Report of the Downtown East Washington TIF District

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will decide on the investigation process for Complaint No. 2025-R-01 and a proposal to move meetings from monthly to quarterly. The Bloomington Police Department will provide reports on Tasers, complaints, training, and recruitment. A public hearing is scheduled for community recommendations on police interactions.

• Action on Complaint No. 2025-R-01 regarding the complaint investigation process
• Public hearing for recommendations on Police Department and community interactions
• Proposal to change meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly
• BPD presentation on Taser Report
• BPD presentation on recruitment statistics

The board approved the October 22, 2025 minutes with corrections. It voted that the Bloomington Police Department followed proper procedure in investigating Complaint No. 2025‑R‑1 and approved a motion to train officers to explain their discretion to the public. The proposal to change meetings from monthly to quarterly was tabled until the next quarterly meeting on March 25, 2026.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes with corrections (all in favor)
• Found BPD followed proper procedure in Complaint No. 2025‑R‑1 (all in favor)
• Approved training officers to explain discretion to the public (all in favor)
• Tabled motion to move from monthly to quarterly meetings until March 25, 2026 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27 PM (all in favor)

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to certify the November 2025 Statement of Funds for three specific funds. The board will also consider a request for payment and review reports from the Township Supervisor and Assessor.

• Certification of November 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of December 8, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Review of Township Supervisor's Report
• Review of Township Assessor's Report

The trustees approved the minutes from the October 27 meeting, certified the October 2025 Statement of Funds, and approved the November 24 payment request. They also adopted the 2026 schedule of meetings and holiday closures, and adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 tax levy ordinance for $2,351,600. All motions were carried with unanimous support.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Certified October 2025 Statement of Funds (motion carried)
• Approved November 24, 2025 General Town Fund payment request (motion carried)
• Adopted 2026 schedule of meetings and holiday office closures (motion carried)
• Adopted FY 2026 tax levy ordinance for $2,351,600 (motion carried)

City Council

The council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approvals of past meeting minutes, a change order for Evergreen Lake algaecide treatment, and several intergovernmental agreements and ordinances. A major item is an ordinance providing a $500,000 city contribution for the construction and use of Bloomington High School tennis courts, paired with a $500,000 budget amendment for the Empire Street TIF Fund. The regular agenda includes a fee ordinance for bulk waste collection services and a property‑maintenance enforcement update.

• Resolution approving a $11,979 change order with Spheros Environmental for Evergreen Lake algaecide treatment
• Resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement for use of the City of Bloomington Police Shooting Range Facility
• Ordinance approving the final plat of the Resubdivision of Lot 1 Eastland Mall Subdivision at 1515 E. Empire Street (PIN 21-02-126-013)
• Ordinance providing a $500,000 city contribution for Bloomington High School tennis courts and a $500,000 budget amendment for the Empire Street TIF Fund
• Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 39 to clarify the Grocery Service Operation Tax

The council approved the consent agenda as presented. A motion to ratify the collective bargaining agreement with Local 699 was carried, with nine council members voting aye. Other items, including several resolutions and ordinances, were discussed but the minutes do not record a vote or final action on them.

• Consent agenda approved (motion carried)
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 699 ratified (motion carried; ayes: Kearns, Mosley, Montney, Danenberger, Straza, Hendricks, Ward, Lee, Scott)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Deneen Brothers Farms, LLC. The body will review an amended preliminary plan for a portion of the Empire Business Park. The meeting also includes a refresher presentation for boards and commissions.

• Public hearing for PS-02-25: Amended Preliminary Plan for Empire Business Park at the northeast corner of Trinity Ln. and E. Empire St.

Building Board of Appeals

The Bloomington Building Board of Appeals will first consider approving the minutes from its December 3, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a presentation and discussion on the planned adoption of the 2021 editions of the International Code Council Family of Codes, as requested by the Development Services Department. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the December 3, 2024 Building Board of Appeals meeting
• Presentation and discussion on adopting the 2021 International Code Council Family of Codes

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The regular session of the Public Safety and Community Relations Board scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Technology Commission

The Technology Commission’s regular session scheduled for November 25, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this meeting.

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Township Board of Trustees will vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Levy Ordinance, setting a levy of $2,351,600 for Tax Year 2025. The board will also approve the October 27 meeting minutes, certify the October 2025 Statement of Funds, and approve a payment request for November 24. Additionally, the board will adopt the 2026 schedule of meetings and holiday office closures.

• Adopt Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Levy Ordinance (Tax Levy $2,351,600)
• Approve minutes of the October 27, 2025 regular township meeting
• Certify the October 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approve the November 24, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Adopt 2026 annual schedule of board meetings and holiday office closures

The trustees approved the consent agenda items, including the September 22 minutes, the September 2025 Statement of Funds, and the October 27 payment request. They then approved the estimated FY2026 tax levy of $2,351,600 for Tax Year 2025. A resolution to adopt a TOIRMA‑aligned loss control policy was also passed. The meeting was adjourned at 5:44 PM.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (Sept 22 minutes, Sep 2025 Statement of Funds, Oct 27 payment request) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved FY2026 tax levy for Tax Year 2025 at $2,351,600 – motion carried unanimously
• Passed Resolution 2025‑02 to adopt a TOIRMA‑aligned loss control policy – motion carried unanimously
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried unanimously

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of $10,313,496.87 in bills and payroll, several contract resolutions, and two tax levy estimates. The regular agenda contains votes on the 2025 tax levy for the city ($25,320,384) and the public library ($6,960,000), and an ordinance to make the Special Commission for Safe Communities permanent. Public comment and a public hearing period are also scheduled.

• Approve bills and payroll totaling $10,313,496.87 (Finance Department)
• Approve purchase of golf mowing equipment up to $322,980.40 (Parks & Recreation)
• Approve tax levy estimate for the City of Bloomington: $25,320,384 (Finance Department)
• Approve tax levy estimate for the Bloomington Public Library: $6,960,000 (Library Department)
• Ordinance to make the Special Commission for Safe Communities a permanent commission

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving bills and payroll, board appointments, a golf‑mowing equipment purchase, two resurfacing contract amendments, a regional planning service agreement, and a design contract for the East Street Basin. It also approved a road‑use agreement, a final plat for The Grove, and the city police contract. Finally, the council voted 7‑2 to adopt the 2025 property‑tax levy option 1, setting the levy at $25.3 million with a 0.95 % rate and a 13.4 % increase.

• Approved Bills and Payroll totaling $10,313,496.87 (consent agenda)
• Approved appointments to boards and commissions (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of golf‑mowing equipment up to $322,980.40 (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to FY2024 General Resurfacing – Phase II $63,334.36 (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to FY2024 General Resurfacing – Phase I $47,612.89 (consent agenda)
• Approved annual regional service agreement with MCRPC for $54,000 (consent agenda)
• Approved design agreement with Baxter & Woodman for East Street Basin Phase 5 $106,517 (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025 tax levy option 1: $25.3 M levy, 0.95 % rate, 13.4 % increase (7‑2)

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will approve minutes from its September 25 and October 23 meetings. It will then present and discuss a proposed new mission statement, with no vote required. Public comment will be accepted both by email and in person. The meeting will conclude with member comments and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting
• Presentation and discussion of a new mission statement (no vote)
• Public comment period (email and in‑person registration required)
• Commission member comments before adjournment

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its September 18, 2025 meeting. It will also review a request from Melissa & Brian Teagarden for a Certificate of Appropriateness to reconstruct the side porch on the north side of the home at 809 N. McLean Street (PIN 21-04-210-001). The commission may approve the proposed scope of work with or without conditions. Public comment is accepted via email or in‑person registration.

• Approve minutes of the September 18, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting
• Consider Certificate of Appropriateness request for side porch reconstruction at 809 N. McLean Street (PIN 21-04-210-001)
• Public comment period (email or in‑person registration) before the meeting

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will approve the minutes from its October 16 meeting. It will hear presentations on the Route 66 Art Project, a final tri‑fold flyer, and upcoming Parks & Recreation events. No motions are recommended for the presentations. The meeting concludes with any new business and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the October 16, 2025 Citizens' Beautification Committee meeting
• Presentation and discussion on Route 66 Art Project updates
• Review of the final tri‑fold flyer for potential last‑minute changes
• Presentation by Parks & Recreation on upcoming events and activities

The Citizens' Beautification Committee approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes of the October 16, 2025 meeting, with a motion carried. No public comments were received and the remaining agenda items were presentations only, with no motions taken. The committee discussed adding a by‑law review and a holiday‑decoration recognition vote to the December agenda, but no action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda and October 16, 2025 minutes (ayes: Lavazza, Freburg, Aurora, Johnson)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes: Lavazza, Freburg, Aurora, Johnson)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bloomington Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Catalyst Construction and CMI Investments to reduce the front yard setback on a property in the Downtown Transitional District. The recommended motion is to deny the variance. The meeting also includes approval of the October 15 minutes and a Boards & Commissions refresher presentation.

• Variance request (V-12-25) to reduce front yard setback at 237 E. Front St., recommended denial
• Approval of minutes from the October 15, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Boards & Commissions refresher presentation requested by the Legal Department

The board approved the consent agenda, including the minutes from the October 15 meeting. It denied the variance request (V-12-25) to reduce the front‑yard setback for 237 E. Front Street. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda and October 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied variance V-12-25 for 237 E. Front St. (5 AYES, 2 NAYES)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transportation Commission

The scheduled Transportation Commission meeting for November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Details will be posted at the City’s website and the Government Center Boardroom.

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will meet to review the monthly treasurer's report and vote on several equipment requests for the Fire Department. The board will also discuss the schedule for nominations and elections for three two-year terms starting in January 2026.

• Purchase of Class A items for Captain Bozarth and Captain Radek
• Purchase of 12 SEEK Attack Pro VRS TICs and 36 Seek Fire Pro 300 TICs
• Purchase of training division tools including a table saw, miter saw, and stands
• Setting nomination and election dates for three two-year terms beginning January 2026

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will meet to review past meeting minutes and discuss the process for obtaining a formal Welcoming America designation for the City of Bloomington. The agenda includes presentations on certification standards and updates regarding issues affecting the immigrant community.

• Approval of September and October 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on obtaining formal Welcoming America designation
• Discussion on establishing Welcoming America Standards
• Presentation on issues affecting the immigrant community

Committee of the Whole

The regular session of the Committee of the Whole set for Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regularly scheduled meeting is planned for January 2026 at 6:00 PM.

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will hold a special session for a retreat. Council members will hear public comment and then engage in retreat activities that include discussion and polling on strategic priorities, alignment on near‑term goals, and next steps for the 2010‑2025 Strategic Plan. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Public Comment – residents may submit comments by email or register to speak in person or remotely
• Retreat Activities – discussion and polling on strategic priorities and the 2010‑2025 Strategic Plan
• Call to Order and Roll Call – formal start of the session
• Adjournment – formal close of the meeting

The City Council held a special‑session retreat at the Bloomington Public Library and discussed priority areas of housing, infrastructure, public safety, and economic vitality. Council members asked for additional time to review the existing Strategic Plan before any next steps. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Council Member Hendricks, seconded by Council Member Kearns, and carried with votes from Kearns, Mosley, Montney, Danenberger, Hendricks, Ward, Lee, and Scott. The meeting adjourned at 8:04 PM.

• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
• Requested review of existing Strategic Plan before proceeding (no vote recorded)

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will approve the minutes from its September 11, 2025 meeting. It will then present updates on upcoming shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and the Grossinger Motors Arena, as well as upcoming commission events. No motions are recommended for the discussion items.

• Approve minutes of the September 11, 2025 Cultural Commission meeting
• Discussion on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion on 2025 Cultural Commission events

The Cultural Commission convened at 7:35 AM on November 13, 2025, but no meeting was held because a quorum was not present. The session was adjourned at 7:38 AM with no decisions made.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will receive updates on discrimination complaints, the MLK Luncheon, and the Social Justice Equity Summit. The body will also consider the Minority Business Development Center Apprentice Program at Heartland Community College.

• Update on Bloomington Human Relations Commission discrimination complaints
• Update on the MLK Luncheon
• Recap of the Social Justice Equity Summit
• Consideration of Minority Business Development Center Apprentice Program at Heartland Community College

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will consider and vote on the minutes from its October 14, 2025 meeting. A public hearing will be held to determine if Sodexo America, LLC’s application for a Class RAS liquor license at 104 E. University Ave. meets all requirements. The commission will also address a citation issued to Dublin Bay, Inc. d/b/a Killarney's for allowing minors on the premises.

• Approve October 14, 2025 Liquor Commission meeting minutes (consent agenda).
• Public hearing on Sodexo America, LLC’s Class RAS liquor license request at 104 E. University Ave.
• First appearance on citation to Dublin Bay, Inc. d/b/a Killarney's for under‑age patrons.

The commission approved its consent agenda, including the October 14, 2025 minutes. After a public hearing, commissioners voted to positively recommend Sodexo America, LLC’s application for a Class RAS liquor license at 104 E. University Ave. to the City Council. The commission recorded the citation case for Dublin Bay Inc. d/b/a Killarney’s, noting the $1,500 fine was paid and no further action was needed. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Brady, Poondru, Jordan, Peterson)
• Recommended Sodexo America Class RAS liquor license to Council (Brady, Poondru, Jordan, Peterson)
• Recorded citation case for Dublin Bay d/b/a Killarney’s (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (Brady, Poondru, Jordan, Peterson)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on several water infrastructure projects and the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various contracts, liquor license applications, and special use permits.

• Agreement with P.J. Hoerr, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant improvements in the amount of $2,273,000
• Bills and payroll approval in the amount of $7,597,430.84
• Agreement with TK Elevator for Police Department elevator modernization for $439,478
• Special use permits for 501 E. Olive Street, 1402 E. Empire Street, and 1201 N. Hershey Rd.
• Liability settlement with Jaylin Bones for $50,000

The City Council adopted the Consent Agenda, excluding Items 7.E and 7.P. It approved a $305,040.15 Dell purchase order for Microsoft software, a $439,478 police‑department elevator modernization contract, a $139,478 budget ordinance amendment, a $60,300 fire‑station HVAC contract, and a $50,000 liability settlement. Several special‑use permits and an accessory‑dwelling unit permit were also approved, while Item 7.P was remanded to the Liquor Commission.

• Approved Consent Agenda with exception of Items 7.E and 7.P (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑178: Dell purchase order for Microsoft software, $305,040.15
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑181: TK Elevator modernization contract, $439,478
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑081: Budget ordinance amendment using $139,478 reserves
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑182: Dewberry Engineers HVAC replacement, $60,300
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑183: Liability settlement with Jaylin Bones, $50,000
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑083: Accessory dwelling unit permit at 501 E. Olive St.
• Remanded Item 7.P (Spinnegan's liquor‑license application) to Liquor Commission (not approved)

Planning Commission

The Bloomington Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment (Z-08-25) to change the property at 1326 Sherman Street from the R-1C (single‑family residential) district to the R-3B (multiple‑family residence) district. The commission will also hear a public hearing on text amendments to the zoning code (Z-09-25) concerning building characteristics in the D-1 (Central Business) district and permitted encroachments in public rights‑of‑way. The consent agenda includes approval of the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. Public comment is accepted by email or in‑person registration.

• Z-08-25: public hearing on zoning map amendment for 1326 Sherman Street, R-1C to R-3B
• Z-09-25: public hearing on zoning code text amendments for D-1 district building characteristics and public rights‑of‑way encroachments
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Trustees will consider two actions. First, they will vote on an ordinance to implement an Emergency Food Benefit Program for eligible township residents in fiscal year 2026. Second, they will vote to approve the November 3, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment.

• Ordinance authorizing the Emergency Food Benefit Program for FY 2026
• Approval of the November 3, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment

The board adopted the ordinance authorizing the Emergency Food Benefit Program for Fiscal Year 2026, allocating $150,000 to assist eligible residents. The board also approved the November 3, 2025 General Town Fund request for payment. Both motions were carried with ayes from all trustees listed.

• Approved Emergency Food Benefit Program ordinance (FY 2026) – motion carried
• Approved November 3 2025 General Town Fund request for payment – motion carried
• Approved remote attendance for Trustee Kearns – motion carried
• Approved adjournment of the meeting – motion carried

Technology Commission

The Technology Commission announced that the regular session set for October 28, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. has been canceled. No agenda items were presented.

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Township Board of Trustees will vote on the Estimated Fiscal Year 2026 Tax Levy for Tax Year 2025, set at $2,351,600. They will also consider Resolution No. 2025-02 to adopt a TOIRMA‑aligned loss control policy. The agenda includes approving the September 22 minutes, certifying September 2025 fund statements, and authorizing a payment request. Public comment is accepted by email or in‑person registration.

• Approve FY 2026 Tax Levy for Tax Year 2025 of $2,351,600
• Pass Resolution No. 2025-02 to adopt a TOIRMA Aligned Loss Control Policy
• Approve October 27, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Certify September 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approve minutes of the September 22, 2025 Board meeting

The trustees approved the consent agenda, which included approving the minutes of the August 25, 2025 meeting, certifying the August 2025 Statement of Funds for several township funds, and approving the September 22, 2025 General Town Fund request for payment. All motions carried unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 25, 2025 meeting (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Certified August 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2025 General Town Fund request for payment (consent agenda, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, unanimous)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including approval of the September 22 meeting minutes and $9,610,167.92 in bills and payroll. The council will also consider purchases for the Police Department and city golf courses, an amendment to a redevelopment agreement, and a collective bargaining agreement for public safety dispatchers. Additionally, a presentation of the Special Commission for Safe Communities' final report will be given for discussion.

• Approve Bills and Payroll in the amount of $9,610,167.92 (Finance Department)
• Approve purchase of ammunition for the Police Department from Ray O'Herron for $92,248.52
• Approve purchase of chemicals for city golf courses (Syngenta, BASF, ENVU) up to $225,000
• Approve ordinance amending the Redevelopment Agreement with HP Bloomington Empire, LLC
• Approve the collective bargaining agreement for public safety dispatchers

The Bloomington City Council approved the consent agenda. It then considered and recommended approval of the September 22 minutes, $9,610,167.92 in bills and payroll, board and commission appointments, a $92,248.52 ammunition purchase for police, a chemicals purchase up to $225,000 for city golf courses, an amendment to the HP Bloomington Empire redevelopment agreement, and a collective bargaining agreement for public safety dispatchers. No vote tallies were recorded for these items.

• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Considered September 22 minutes – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered Bills and Payroll of $9,610,167.92 – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered appointments to boards and commissions – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered purchase of ammunition for police, $92,248.52 – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered purchase of chemicals for city golf courses, up to $225,000 – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered ordinance amending redevelopment agreement with HP Bloomington Empire – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)
• Considered collective bargaining agreement for public safety dispatchers – recommended approval (outcome not recorded)

Fire Pension Board

The Bloomington Fire Pension Board will vote to approve the July 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It will accept the Treasurer's quarterly financial report, including payments to contracted firms. The board will set its meeting dates for 2026 and adopt the investment recommendations from Wall Capital and Raymond James. It will also accept the annual audit and formally recognize two captain retirements.

• Approve July 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accept Treasurer's quarterly financial report
• Approve 2026 Fire Pension Board meeting dates
• Adopt investment recommendations from Wall Capital and Raymond James
• Accept the annual audit

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities convened at 1:00 PM but lacked a quorum, so no business was conducted and the meeting was adjourned at 1:05 PM.

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will vote to approve the minutes of its August 27, 2025 meeting. The board will review Complaint No. 2025‑R‑01 concerning the police complaint investigation process. Several presentations by the Bloomington Police Department will cover recent complaints, a taser report, recruitment statistics, personnel training, and general department updates. The meeting will also include a discussion of the CARE for Victims Report and a quarterly review of community concerns related to public safety and police procedures.

• Approve minutes of the August 27, 2025 Public Safety & Community Relations Board meeting
• Review Complaint No. 2025‑R‑01 on the police complaint investigation process (presentation only)
• Presentation on the Bloomington Police Department Taser Report
• Discussion of the CARE for Victims Report with Amy Endicott and Erika Larkin
• Quarterly discussion of community concerns relating to public safety and police procedures

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2025.

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will hold a regular session to discuss the process of obtaining a formal certified Welcoming designation for the city. Members will also discuss establishing Welcoming America Standards and current issues affecting the immigrant community. No motions are recommended for these items.

• Process for obtaining formal certified Welcoming designation
• Establishment of Welcoming America Standards
• Updates on issues affecting the immigrant community

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on the first‑year update of the Bloomington Public Library renovation and expansion. Additional presentations will cover the 250th July 4th celebration planned for 2026 and proposed changes to the citywide bulk waste pickup program. No motions are recommended; the items are for information and discussion only.

• Bloomington Public Library Renovation and Expansion – 1st year update (presentation only)
• 250th July 4th Celebration for 2026 – presentation by Parks & Recreation (presentation only)
• Proposed amendments to the Citywide Bulk Waste Pickup Program – presentation by Administration (presentation only)

The Committee of the Whole heard a first‑year update on the Bloomington Public Library renovation, a presentation on the city’s 250th July 4 celebration for 2026, and a proposal to change the citywide bulk‑waste pickup program. Council members asked questions and offered suggestions, but the minutes record no formal vote, approval, denial, or tabling of any item.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission's regular session scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will approve the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive presentations on recent beautification award winners and discuss a possible award ceremony date with the City Council. Updates on the Route 66 Art Project and a draft tri‑fold flyer will also be presented, along with a overview of upcoming Parks Department events. No motions are scheduled beyond the consent agenda approval.

• Approve minutes of the August 21, 2025 Citizens' Beautification Committee meeting
• Updates on Beautification Award Winners and possible October award ceremony date
• Presentation of Route 66 Art Project proposal updates
• Review of tri‑fold flyer for final vote or further revisions
• Presentation on upcoming Parks Department events and activities

The Citizens' Beautification Committee approved the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting by consent agenda. No other motions were adopted; the committee discussed updates to the Beautification Awards flyer and upcoming award recognition at the October 27 City Council meeting. New member Ronald Van Donk was welcomed and the next meeting was set for November 20.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on three special use permit applications: an accessory dwelling unit at 501 E. Olive St., mini warehouses at 1402 E. Empire St., and a sports and fitness establishment at 1201 N. Hershey Rd. Each request will be reviewed for compliance with zoning regulations and a recommendation to approve or deny will be made. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• SP-05-25: Special Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit, 501 E. Olive St. (R-2 district)
• SP-06-25: Special Use Permit for Mini Warehouses, 1402 E. Empire St. (B-1 district)
• SP-07-25: Special Use Permit for a Sports and Fitness Establishment, 1201 N. Hershey Rd. (R-3A district)
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from August 20, 2025 meeting
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from September 17, 2025 meeting

The Zoning Board approved the consent‑agenda minutes from the August 20 and September 17 meetings. It adopted findings of fact and recommended approval for a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 501 E. Olive St., for a mini‑warehouse conversion at 1402 E. Empire St. with specific landscaping and fencing waivers, and for a boxing facility at 1201 N. Hershey Rd. The board also elected William Williams as Vice‑Chair. All three permit recommendations will be forwarded to City Council on November 10.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ADU special use permit at 501 E. Olive St. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of mini‑warehouse special use permit at 1402 E. Empire St. with fencing and landscaping waivers (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of boxing facility special use permit at 1201 N. Hershey Rd. (unanimous)
• Elected William Williams as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will hold public hearings on five applications for new or modified liquor licenses. The body will also hear first appearances for two citations regarding the sale of alcohol to persons under 21.

• License change to Class EAS for Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts at 600 N. East St.
• New Class RAPS license application for Spinnegan's, LLC at 1101 Airport Rd.
• New Class EBS license application for Golden Ticket Cinemas, Inc. at 415 Detroit Dr.
• New Class TA license application for The Vault of Bloomington at 110 W. Washington St.
• New Class RAPS license application for Scramblers at 1607 Jumer Dr.

The Liquor Commission presented several license applications and, for each, a recommended motion was made to hold a public hearing to determine whether the application meets licensure requirements. The minutes do not record any vote totals, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions beyond these procedural recommendations.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and a declaration of emergency regarding community homelessness. The body will also discuss dedicating municipal grocery tax revenue to infrastructure projects and approving a collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local 49.

• Contract with Stark Excavating, Inc. for US 51 watermain replacement not to exceed $15,565,550
• Ordinance declaring an emergency related to homelessness to increase indoor shelter capacity
• Agreement with Farnsworth Group, Inc. for US-51 water main engineering services up to $940,700
• Approval of bills and payroll in the amount of $15,501,480.26
• Purchase of a 2025 Ford F750 Truck for $164,178

The Bloomington City Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $15.5 M payroll bill, a $164,178 purchase of a new Ford F750 truck, and major water‑main contracts totaling over $16 M. Council also adopted an ordinance directing municipal grocery‑tax revenue to infrastructure, an emergency homelessness ordinance, and a collective bargaining agreement for the fire department. All motions were carried.

• Approved Consent Agenda and September 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Bills and Payroll of $15,501,480.26 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of one new 2025 Ford F750 truck for $164,178 (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with Farnsworth Group for water‑main engineering services up to $940,700 (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with Stark Excavating for water‑main construction up to $15,565,550 (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 078 dedicating grocery‑tax revenue to infrastructure projects (Ayes: Montney, Danenberger, Straza, Lee, Brady; Nayes: Kearns, Hendricks, Ward, Scott; motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 077 declaring a homelessness emergency and authorizing increased shelter capacity (motion carried)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for IAFF Local 49 firefighters (motion carried)

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will receive presentations on upcoming shows and updates for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also discuss 2025 Cultural Commission events.

• Presentation on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Presentation on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Cultural Commission events
• Approval of September 11, 2025, meeting minutes

The Cultural Commission could not conduct business because a quorum was not present. Only a roll call was taken, noting which commissioners were present or absent. The session was adjourned at 7:45 AM with no decisions made.

Human Relations Commission

The Bloomington Human Relations Commission will approve minutes from August and September and receive updates on discrimination complaints and community events. The body will also consider approving a minority business development center apprentice program.

• Approval of August and September 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on discrimination complaints
• Presentation on MLK Luncheon
• Presentation on Social Justice Equity Summit
• Consideration to approve Minority Business Development Center Apprentice Program

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will consider three items: approving the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting, reviewing the monthly Treasurer's Report, and deciding on a request for a Bloomington Fire Department 5‑year composite photo and department headshots. Public comment is accepted via email or in‑person registration before the meeting.

• Approve minutes of the July 9, 2025 Foreign Fire Insurance Board meeting
• Review the monthly Treasurer's Report
• Approve request for a 5‑year composite photo and department headshots

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2025.

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will receive a presentation from the Bloomington Police Department on gun violence in the Bloomington-Normal area. The Commission will also discuss a draft report intended for presentation to the City Council.

• Presentation on the current status of gun violence in the Bloomington-Normal area
• Discussion of a draft report to be presented to Council
• Approval of August 28, 2025, meeting minutes

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will hear several presentations from the Bloomington Police Department, including updates on complaints, a Taser report, recruitment statistics, personnel training, and general department updates. The board will also discuss the Human Resources Department's "Cares for Victims" proposal. A key decision item is whether the Bloomington Police Department followed its protocols in investigating Complaint #2025‑R‑01. The meeting includes a quarterly public forum for community input on police‑community interactions.

• Presentation on Update of Complaints Received by BPD
• Presentation on the Taser Report by BPD
• Presentation on Recruitment Statistics by BPD
• Presentation on Personnel Training and Continued Education by BPD
• Consideration of whether BPD followed protocols in Complaint #2025‑R‑01

Technology Commission

The Bloomington Technology Commission will consider items on the consent agenda, including approval of the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission will also hear a presentation introducing Ben Zimmerman and receive updates on the public Wi‑Fi and digital signage projects. No other actions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of the April 22, 2025 Technology Commission meeting (consent agenda)
• Introduce Ben Zimmerman to the Technology Commission (presentation)
• Project update on public Wi‑Fi (presentation)
• Project update on digital signage (presentation)

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will approve the minutes from its April 21 and May 19, 2025 meetings. Commissioners will nominate and vote to appoint a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson. The meeting includes presentations and discussion on obtaining a formal Welcoming designation for Bloomington, establishing Welcoming America standards, and updates on issues affecting the immigrant community.

• Approve minutes of the April 21, 2025 Welcoming America Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of the May 19, 2025 Welcoming America Commission meeting
• Nominate and appoint a Chairperson for the Commission
• Nominate and appoint a Vice Chairperson for the Commission
• Presentation on the process to obtain a formal Welcoming designation for Bloomington

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and certify the August 2025 Statement of Funds. The session includes a request for payment from the General Town Fund and reports from the Township Supervisor and Assessor.

• Certification of August 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of September 22, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Review of Township Supervisor's Report
• Review of Township Assessor's Report

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included approval of the June and July meeting minutes, certification of the July 31 Statement of Funds, and the August 25 payment request. The FY 2025 Annual Financial Report and the FY 2025 Annual Treasurer's Report were each accepted as presented and directed to be filed with the County Clerk. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (June & July minutes, July 31 Statement of Funds, August 25 payment request) – motion carried
• Accepted FY 2025 Annual Financial Report (audit) as presented – motion carried
• Accepted FY 2025 Annual Treasurer's Report as certified – motion carried
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried (viva voce)

City Council

The council will consider the consent agenda, which includes approving the August 25 meeting minutes, $12,153,540.06 in bills and payroll, and several contracts and ordinances for water services, fire station HVAC, park projects, and a zoning change. It will also debate three regular‑agenda ordinances covering a municipal grocery occupation tax, expansion of video‑gaming licenses, and a short‑term sales‑tax sharing agreement for downtown businesses. Public comment and recognition items are scheduled but not voted on.

• Approve Bills & Payroll in the amount of $12,153,540.06 (Finance Department)
• Approve contract with RJN Group, Inc. for Water Main Condition Assessment, up to $975,096.05 (Water Department)
• Approve zoning map amendment for 2425 E. Lincoln Street, changing from B‑1 to R‑3B (Development Services)
• Approve ordinance creating a municipal grocery retailers' occupation tax (Legal Department)
• Approve Class TAS liquor license for Wild Oak Social at 612 N. Main St. (City Clerk Department)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission announced that the meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Details will be posted at the city website and the government center boardroom.

• Cancellation of the Sep 16, 2025 Transportation Commission meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Oct 21, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes from previous meetings and consider a request for a $15,000 Funk Grant to fund window replacement at 1101 E. Jefferson Street. The body will also discuss the potential demolition of a residential structure at 414 E. Emerson Street.

• Review and approval of June and July 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of a $15,000 Funk Grant for window replacement at 1101 E. Jefferson Street
• Discussion regarding demolition of a structure at 414 E. Emerson Street

The commission approved the minutes from the June 26 and July 17, 2025 meetings. It granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing the second‑floor windows at 1101 E. Jefferson St. and approved a Funk Grant of up to $15,000 for that work. The demolition request for 414 E. Emerson St. was discussed but no decision was made.

• Approved June 26 and July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried viva voce)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for second‑floor window replacement at 1101 E. Jefferson St. (motion passed)
• Approved Funk Grant up to $15,000 for second‑floor window replacement at 1101 E. Jefferson St. (motion passed)
• Discussed demolition request for 414 E. Emerson St.; staff to contact Old House Society for inspection (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried viva voce)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will review updates on the Route 66 Art Project and discuss winners of the Beautification Award. The body will also review a final tri-fold flyer and receive a report on Parks Department activities.

• Route 66 Art Project proposal updates
• Beautification Award winners and recognition date
• Review of final tri-fold flyer
• Parks and Recreation Department events and activities presentation

The Citizens’ Beautification Committee met at 6:00 PM on September 18, 2025. A quorum was not present, so no business could be conducted. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 PM with no decisions made.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request for a property at 903 Bunn Street. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Public hearing for V-11-25: Variance request for reduced rear and side yard setbacks at 903 Bunn Street
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted to deny the variance request for 903 Bunn Street. The board also elected Acting Chair Terry Ballantini as Chair, postponed the election of a Vice‑Chair, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Denied variance request for 903 Bunn Street (AYES: Ballantini; Williams; Poling; Woods)
• Elected Terry Ballantini as Board Chair (AYES: Ballantini; Williams; Poling; Woods)
• Postponed election of Vice‑Chair to next meeting (AYES: Ballantini; Williams; Poling; Woods)
• Adjourned meeting (AYES: Ballantini; Williams; Poling; Woods)

Welcoming America Commission

The regular session of the Welcoming America Commission scheduled for September 15, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2025.

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will meet to receive updates on upcoming shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also discuss 2025 Cultural Commission events.

• Updates on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts shows
• Updates on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena shows
• Discussion on 2025 Cultural Commission events
• Approval of August 18, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included approval of the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes, with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; the remaining agenda items were informational presentations. Afterward, the commission voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (including August 18, 2025 minutes) – motion passed (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed (5-0)

Human Relations Commission

The Bloomington Human Relations Commission will meet to approve minutes from August and receive updates on discrimination complaints, the MLK Luncheon, and the Social Justice Equity Summit. The meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2025.

• Approval of August 14, 2025, meeting minutes
• Presentation on discrimination complaints
• Presentation on the MLK Luncheon
• Presentation on the Social Justice Equity Summit
• Next meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025

The Human Relations Commission convened at 4:30 PM on September 11, 2025, but a quorum was not present. No items were considered or voted on. The meeting was adjourned immediately.

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will approve the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings to consider a Class RBS liquor license for Kobe Ramen Pho & Poke at 1505 N. Veteran's Parkway and a Class TAS liquor license for Wild Oak Social at 612 N. Main St. The commission will also note first appearances on citations for West Market Groceries and Circle K #4701210 for violations of selling alcohol to a minor.

• Approve August 12, 2025 Liquor Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Class RBS license for Kobe Ramen Pho & Poke, 1505 N. Veteran's Parkway
• Public hearing on Class TAS license for Wild Oak Social, 612 N. Main St
• First appearance citation for West Market Groceries (301 W. Market St. Unit B) – minor alcohol sale violation
• First appearance citation for Circle K #4701210 (Mac's Convenience Stores) – minor alcohol sale violation

The Liquor Commission approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It held public hearings for Kobe Ramen Pho & Poke, LLC and Nitelife Elements (Wild Oak Social) and voted to positively recommend each license to City Council, contingent on successful background checks. No public comment was received. The commission also reported citations for three businesses that each paid a $600 fine for selling alcohol to a minor, with no further action required.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Kobe Ramen Pho & Poke Class RBS license to Council, contingent on background checks (2-0)
• Recommended Wild Oak Social Class TAS license to Council, contingent on background checks (2-0)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will vote on a new 12-year contract with Axon Enterprises for police services and approve text amendments to the zoning code regarding development intensity and commercial uses in residential districts.

• Approval of $13,559,883.81 contract with Axon Enterprises for police services
• Approval of $280,000 agreement with Hutchison Engineering for water main design
• Approval of $173,288.58 agreement with FirstWatch Systems for data analysis
• Approval of redevelopment agreement for 210 N. Center St.
• Approval of liquor license change in ownership for 531 N. Main St.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment request from WV Corner Holdings, LLC to change 2425 E. Lincoln Street from the B-1 (General Commercial) District to the R-3B (Multiple-Family Residence) District. It will also hear a request from McLean County Center for Human Services to rezone 1326 Sherman Street from the R-1C (Single-Family Residential) District to the R-3B (Multiple-Family Residence) District. The agenda includes approval of the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes via a consent agenda. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, new business, and adjournment are also listed.

• Z-07-25: Public hearing on zoning amendment for 2425 E. Lincoln St (B-1 to R-3B)
• Z-08-25: Public hearing on zoning amendment for 1326 Sherman St (R-1C to R-3B)
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commission

The Board of Fire & Police Commission will discuss a letter from the Policeman's Benevolent & Protective Association regarding a promotional vacancy. The board will also consider approving eligibility lists for Sergeants and Lieutenants.

• Review of August 6, 2025 letter from attorney Shane Voyles regarding a promotional vacancy
• Approval of Sergeant Eligibility List (Sept 20, 2025 to Sept 20, 2028)
• Approval of Lieutenant Eligibility List (Sept 20, 2025 to Sept 20, 2028)
• Approval of December 3, 2024 Special Session minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the Dec. 3, 2024 meeting. It authorized the chair to prepare and send a clarification letter responding to a police promotional vacancy inquiry. The commission also approved the Sergeant and Lieutenant eligibility lists effective Sep. 20, 2025 through Sep. 20, 2028. The meeting was adjourned at 2:06 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Dec 3, 2024 meeting (AYES: Schroder-Concklin; Rudicil)
• Authorized chair to prepare and execute a clarification letter on the police promotional vacancy (AYES: Schroder-Concklin; Rudicil)
• Approved Sergeant Eligibility List effective Sep 20 2025‑Sep 20 2028 (AYES: Schroder-Concklin; Rudicil)
• Approved Lieutenant Eligibility List effective Sep 20 2025‑Sep 20 2028 (AYES: Schroder-Concklin; Rudicil)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:06 p.m. (AYES: Schroder-Concklin; Rudicil)

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities approved the minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed a draft report on local gun‑violence incidents but took no formal action on it. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0 vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried viva voce)

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will vote to approve the minutes of the June 25 and July 23 regular meetings via a consent agenda. After the consent items, the board will hear five presentations from the Bloomington Police Department covering complaints received, the taser report, recruitment statistics, personnel training, and general department updates. No motions are required for the presentations. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approve minutes of June 25 Public Safety & Community Relations Board meeting
• Approve minutes of July 23 Public Safety & Community Relations Board meeting
• Presentation on complaints received by Bloomington Police Department
• Presentation on the taser report by Bloomington Police Department
• Presentation on recruitment statistics by Bloomington Police Department

Technology Commission

The Technology Commission's regular session scheduled for August 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission will reconvene on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Township Board will consider items on the consent agenda, including approval of minutes from June 23 and July 28, 2025 meetings, certification of the July 31, 2025 Statement of Funds, and approval of the August 25, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment. The regular agenda includes presentations and acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Report and Treasurer's Report, followed by reports from the Township Supervisor and Assessor.

• Approve minutes of the June 23, 2025 regular session
• Approve minutes of the July 28, 2025 regular session
• Certify the July 31, 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approve the August 25, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Accept the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Financial Report presented by Phillips & Associates, CPAs, P.C.

The Board approved the Consent Agenda, which included certifying the June 2025 Statement of Funds and approving the July 28, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment. Both items were adopted with unanimous votes. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (8‑0)
• Certified June 2025 Statement of Funds (8‑0)
• Approved July 28, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment (8‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (9‑0)

City Council

The council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approvals for payroll, vehicle purchases, and service agreements. The most significant item is a resolution to approve a $6,545,416.20 agreement with Hoerr Construction for sewer rehabilitation and CCTV inspections. Additional items include a $1.6 M road engineering services contract and several ordinances related to rail crossings, land acquisition, and zoning code amendments.

• Approve $6,545,416.20 sewer rehabilitation and CCTV inspection contract with Hoerr Construction (Engineering Department)
• Approve $1,596,181 not‑to‑exceed contract for Hamilton Road Phase 2 construction engineering services (Engineering Department)
• Approve purchase of three dump trucks for $826,240.80 (Public Works Department)
• Approve $120,000 mental health education agreement with Dr. Emily Barker for Police Department (Human Resources Department)
• Ordinance to close Norfolk Southern Railway crossings at Western Ave and Roosevelt Ave (Engineering Department)

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Agenda information will be posted at the City’s website and at the Government Center Boardroom.

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular session meeting scheduled for August 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025.

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will approve the minutes from its July 17, 2025 meeting and vote on the final version of a tri‑fold flyer. It will also select the 2025 Beautification Awards and discuss presentation dates for the awards. Additionally, the committee will discuss the proposed Route 66 Art Project, all items requested by the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Approve minutes of the July 17, 2025 Citizens' Beautification Committee meeting
• Select the 2025 Beautification Awards
• Discuss presentation dates for the Beautification Awards at Council Meeting
• Discuss the Route 66 Art Project proposal
• Vote on the final version of a tri‑fold flyer to be printed

The committee approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting. It also approved the selection of the 2025 Beautification Awards, recommending two business and three residential nominees. Members were assigned to review the Route 66 art project location and Chair Lavazza was tasked with obtaining a sponsor quote. The final tri‑fold flyer was deferred for further review before the September meeting, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved selection of 2025 Beautification Awards; two business and three residential nominees recommended (motion carried)
• Assigned committee members to review Route 66 art project location before next meeting
• Tasked Chair Lavazza to obtain sponsor quote for Route 66 art project
• Deferred decision on final tri‑fold flyer; committee to review and update before September meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bloomington Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on several variance requests. Two requests from Front & Center, LLC seek reduced parking lot setbacks and landscaping requirements for properties on North Center Street and North Madison Street. Additional variances involve rear‑yard setbacks at Stone Mill Court and parking/landscaping changes at 802 N. Main Street and 302 E. Emerson Street.

• V-05-25: Front & Center, LLC variance for 102, 110, 120 N. Center St. (parking setbacks, landscaping) – recommended approval
• V-06-25: Front & Center, LLC variance for 110 N. Madison St. (parking setbacks, landscaping) – recommended approval
• V-07-25 & V-08-25: Farnsworth Group/Jason Stephens variance for 1 & 2 Stone Mill Court (rear‑yard setbacks) – recommended denial
• V-09-25: Farnsworth Group/Holy Trinity Church variance for 802 N. Main St. (parking setbacks, landscaping) – recommended approval
• V-10-25: Prairie Signs variance for 302 E. Emerson St. (increased sign area) – motion to approve or deny

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the consent agenda and then approved five variance applications: two for Front & Center, LLC, two for Farnsworth Group, one for Holy Trinity Church, and one for Prairie Signs. All motions passed with the listed board members voting aye. No public comment or new business was recorded.

• Approved consent agenda (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)
• Approved Front & Center LLC variance V-05-25 for 102‑120 N. Center St (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)
• Approved Front & Center LLC variance V-06-25 for 110 N. Madison St (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)
• Approved Farnsworth Group variance V-07-25 & V-08-25 for 1 & 2 Stone Mill Court (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)
• Approved Holy Trinity Church variance V-09-25 for 802 N. Main St (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)
• Approved Prairie Signs variance V-10-25 for 302 E. Emerson St (ayes: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling, Steinkoenig)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review an analysis of barriers to missing middle housing provided by Opticos Design, Inc. The meeting also includes presentations on video gaming and the schedule of meetings.

• Presentation of MMH Scan™ Analysis on missing middle housing barriers by Opticos Design, Inc.
• Discussion on video gaming
• Discussion on the schedule of meetings
• Approval of June 16, 2025, meeting minutes

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will approve the minutes from its July 10, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss upcoming shows and updates for the 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and the 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena. A further discussion will cover the post‑Arts and Health Day event. No motions are recommended for the discussion items.

• Approve minutes of the July 10, 2025 Cultural Commission meeting (consent agenda)
• Discussion of 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Cultural Commission post Arts and Health Day event

The commission voted to approve the minutes of the July 10, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the August 14 session was also carried. No other actions were voted on; the remainder of the agenda consisted of informational updates and event announcements.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the August 14, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will receive updates on discrimination complaints and recaps of the MLK Luncheon, Black History Month Essay, and Juneteenth Festival. The body will also consider a request for a Soulful Gospel Brunch Ad Book.

• Update on Bloomington Human Relations Commission Discrimination Complaints
• Recap and update on the MLK Luncheon
• Recap on the 2025 Black History Month Essay
• Request for Bloomington-Normal Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Soulful Gospel Brunch Ad Book
• Recap on the 2025 Juneteenth Festival

The commission approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It declined to act on the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority brunch ad book request. The commission voted 4‑0 to sponsor the Cultural Fest with $2,500. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Declined action on Delta Sigma Theta Sorority brunch ad book request (no vote recorded)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for Cultural Fest (4‑0)
• Motion to approve April 10, 2025 meeting minutes presented (outcome not recorded)

Liquor Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from its July 8, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings on three liquor license applications: a change of ownership for Mulligans at 531 N. Main St., a new tavern license for Wild Oak Social at 612 N. Main St., and a premises redefinition for Casper Brewing at 3803 & 3807 Ballybunion Rd. The commission will also address a citation issued to Eric's Too at 921 Maple Hill Rd.

• Approve minutes of the July 8, 2025 Liquor Commission meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Public hearing on ownership change for Mulligans, 531 N. Main St., Class TAS license.
• Public hearing on new Class TAS license for Wild Oak Social, 612 N. Main St.
• Public hearing on premises redefinition for Casper Brewing, 3803 & 3807 Ballybunion Rd., Class TBPS license.
• Appearance on citation for Eric's Too, 921 Maple Hill Rd., for selling alcohol to a minor.

The commission approved the July 8, 2025 Liquor Commission minutes and continued the Wild Oak Social liquor‑license application to the September 9, 2025 meeting. It recommended approval of Mulligans’ ownership change pending background checks, noted the withdrawal of Casper Brewing’s premises redefinition request, and closed the citation against TVEO Corp d/b/a Eric’s Too after fines and suspensions were paid. No new business was discussed.

• Approved July 8, 2025 Liquor Commission minutes (consent agenda)
• Continued Wild Oak Social license application to Sept 9, 2025 meeting
• Recommended approval of Mulligans ownership change, contingent on background checks
• Recorded withdrawal of Casper Brewing premises redefinition application
• Closed citation against TVEO Corp d/b/a Eric’s Too after $2,000 fine and six‑day suspension

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes, $9.57 million in bills and payroll, and several contracts and resolutions. A public hearing will be held on a proposal to vacate West Elm Street between South Center Street and South Main Street. Additional items include approvals for new liquor licenses and various capital projects.

• Public hearing on vacating West Elm Street between South Center St and South Main St.
• Approval of Bills and Payroll totaling $9,571,087.56.
• Purchase of a Caterpillar 430-07 Backhoe for $227,729 (net cost $200,229 after trade‑in).
• Contract with Union Roofing Co. for Lincoln Leisure Center roof replacement, $323,170.
• Creation of a Class EBS liquor license (Entertainment, Beer & Wine Only, Sunday Sales).

Planning Commission

The commission will first vote to approve the minutes from its July 2, 2025 meeting. It will then hold a public hearing and decide on a request from Aruthra Bnig Property Developers, LLC for a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) at the property known as 2701 Fox Creek Road (Stoneridge Square). The recommended motion is to find the PUD plan conforms to the Subdivision Code, Zoning Code, and the Comprehensive Plan and to recommend its approval. The meeting will close with adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the July 2, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Public hearing on PS-01-25: Preliminary Planned Unit Development for Stoneridge Square
• Review request by Aruthra Bnig Property Developers, LLC for 2701 Fox Creek Road
• Recommended motion to find the PUD conforms to subdivision, zoning, and comprehensive plan standards
• Adjournment

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Township Board will vote to certify the June 2025 Statement of Funds for the General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds as requested by the Town Supervisor. It will also consider approving the July 28, 2025 payment request for the General Town Fund. Additional agenda items include a public comment period, reports from the Town Supervisor and Township Assessor, and an adjournment.

• Certification of June 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of July 28, 2025 payment request for the General Town Fund
• Public comment period with email submission instructions
• Presentation and discussion of the Town Supervisor's report
• Presentation and discussion of the Township Assessor's report

City Council

The July 28, 2025 City Council meeting will consider several resolutions, including the purchase of a Vactor truck for the Public Works Department at a cost of $499,953.51. Other items include approvals for bills and payroll totaling $11,854,033.38, and a public hearing on a proposed 502 Lutz Road development requiring approximately 74.5 acres. The council will also address routine agenda items and public comments.

• Resolution to purchase one Vactor truck for $499,953.51 (Public Works Department)
• Approval of bills and payroll totaling $11,854,033.38
• Public hearing on 502 Lutz Road development (approx. 74.5 acres)
• Consideration of a zoning map amendment for 804 N. Clinton Street (PIN: 21-104-232-013)
• Public comment period with 30‑minute limit per speaker

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will receive a presentation from the Bloomington Police Department on gun violence in the Bloomington Normal area. The commission will also discuss a draft report intended for the city council and the use of automatic handgun switches and firearm suppressors.

• Bloomington Police Department presentation on gun violence status
• Discussion of draft report for city council
• Discussion on fully automatic handgun switches and firearm suppressors/silencers

The commission voted to approve the minutes of the August 28, 2025 meeting. Commissioners reviewed a draft report on gun violence and discussed scheduling a special meeting before the commission ends on October 9. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned the September 25, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will vote to approve the minutes of its June 25, 2025 meeting. It will hear a series of presentations by the Bloomington Police Department covering recent complaints, a taser report, personnel training, recruitment statistics, and general department updates. The board will also discuss potential future agenda topics and consider a discussion on the CARE for victim's document.

• Approve minutes of the June 25, 2025 Public Safety & Community Relations Board meeting
• Presentation on complaints received by the Bloomington Police Department
• Presentation on the Bloomington Police Department taser report
• Presentation on personnel training and continued education by the Bloomington Police Department
• Discussion on the CARE for victim's document

Technology Commission

The Technology Commission's regular session that was to be held on July 22, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Government Center Boardroom was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will vote to approve minutes from its April and May meetings. Commissioners will nominate and vote to appoint a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson. The meeting will include presentations on obtaining Certified Welcoming designation, establishing standards, and updates affecting the immigrant community.

• Approve minutes of the April 21, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes of the May 19, 2025 meeting
• Nominate and appoint a Chairperson for the Commission
• Nominate and appoint a Vice Chairperson for the Commission
• Presentation on process for Certified Welcoming designation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole Regular Session scheduled for Monday, July 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Monday, August 18, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review two applications from Melanie Appel for a Certificate of Appropriateness and a $6,323 Funk Grant to replace porch flooring and add a railing at 703 E. Grove St. They will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request from Erin Carmean to demolish a detached garage at 1009 E. Jefferson St. Minutes from the May 15 and June 26 meetings are on the consent agenda.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for porch flooring replacement and railing addition at 703 E. Grove St.
• Funk Grant request of $6,323 for the same porch project at 703 E. Grove St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness request to demolish a detached garage at 1009 E. Jefferson St.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes and postponed the June 26, 2025 minutes until August 21. It granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for porch repairs at 703 E Grove St and approved a Funk Grant of up to $6,241.50 for that project. The commission also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish the detached garage at 1009 E Jefferson St.

• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)
• Tabled June 26, 2025 meeting minutes until Aug 21, 2025 (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for porch flooring replacement and railing at 703 E Grove St (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)
• Approved Funk Grant up to $6,241.50 for porch project at 703 E Grove St (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition of detached garage at 1009 E Jefferson St (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes: Lindenbaum; Lessoff; Peters; Elterich; Meyer; Adams)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will approve the June 19 meeting minutes and then discuss the nomination and voting procedures for the upcoming Beautification Awards, with voting scheduled for the August meeting. The committee will also hear presentations on a Hubcap Art Project, recruitment tri‑fold mock‑ups, and upcoming Parks and Recreation events.

• Approve minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Discuss nomination and voting process for Beautification Awards (no vote this meeting).
• Presentation on the Hubcap Art Project (discussion only).
• Review tri‑fold recruitment mock‑ups for new committee members (discussion only).
• Parks and Recreation Department presentation on upcoming park events (presentation only).

The Citizens' Beautification Committee approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The committee then moved to adjourn, which also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council meeting will consider a series of routine items and several major actions. The council will vote on a $13,179,900 streetscape project for North Main Street along with related professional service agreements and a budget ordinance amendment. Additional decisions include vehicle purchases, police uniform contracts, and a motor fuel tax allocation for street lighting.

• Resolution approving $13,179,900 North Main Street Streetscape Project
• Resolution approving purchase of seven trucks for Public Works and Water Departments for $406,571
• Resolution approving contract with Ray O'Herron, Inc. for police uniform shirts and pants up to $114,000
• Resolution allocating $500,000 of Motor Fuel Tax funds for street lighting through FY 2026
• Resolution approving the collective bargaining agreement for the Police Benevolent and Protective Association

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will meet to discuss updates and upcoming shows for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also work to finalize items for Art and Health Day.

• Approval of May 8, 2025, and June 12, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Finalization of Art and Health Day items

The Cultural Commission approved the minutes of the May 8 and June 12, 2025 meetings. Commissioners discussed upcoming shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena, and planned the Arts & Health Day event for July 19. No votes were taken on those discussion items. The commission then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of May 8 and June 12, 2025 meetings (6‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6‑0)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will consider approval of an ad book request from the Bloomington‑Normal Alumni chapter of Delta Theta Sorority, Inc. for its Soulful Gospel Brunch. The commission will also approve the minutes from its January 9, April 10, May 8, and June 12, 2025 meetings. Several presentations will be given, including updates on a discrimination complaint, the MLK Luncheon, and the 2025 Juneteenth Festival.

• Approve minutes of the January 9, 2025 Regular Human Relations Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of the April 10, 2025 Regular Human Relations Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of the May 8, 2025 Regular Human Relations Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of the June 12, 2025 Regular Human Relations Commission meeting
• Approve Bloomington‑Normal Alumni chapter of Delta Theta Sorority, Inc. Soulful Gospel Brunch ad book request

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board is meeting to review the treasurer's report and previous minutes. The board will decide on several funding requests for Fire Department equipment and supplies.

• Request for rechargeable batteries and bank charger for Poly Tac Lights: $1,900.00
• Request for 200 mourning bands: $27.86
• Request for white gloves for Class A uniforms: $64.26
• Request for equipment for rescuers to tie into the 3:1 haul system

The board approved the minutes of the April 9 special meeting and the Treasurer's Report. It authorized purchases of rechargeable batteries and a charger, mourning bands, and haul‑system equipment, while tabling a request for white gloves. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 9 special meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Treasurer's Report of $241,275.30 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of rechargeable batteries and bank charger for $1,900.00 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 200 mourning bands for $27.86 (motion carried)
• Tabled request for white gloves for $64.26 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of equipment for 3:1 haul system (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will consider and approve minutes from its May 13 and June 10 meetings. It will conduct public hearings on five liquor license applications, including a Class EBS license for the Bloomington Ice Center at 201 S. Roosevelt Ave and other licenses for Fiesta Ranchera No. 3, 8 Bit Arcade Bar, and Casper Brewing Company. The commission will also address first appearances on citations for minor alcohol sales violations at several establishments.

• Public hearing on a Class EBS license for Bloomington Ice Center, 201 S. Roosevelt Ave
• Public hearing on a Class RAS license for Fiesta Ranchera No. 3, 604 IAA Dr.
• Public hearing on a Class TAPS license for 8 Bit Arcade Bar, 217 W. Jefferson St.
• Public hearing on ownership change and premises redefinition for Casper Brewing Company, 3803 & 3807 Ballybunion Rd.
• First appearance on a citation for Main Street Convenient Mart, 1919 S. Main St., for selling alcohol to a minor

The Liquor Commission approved the consent agenda minutes from May 13 and June 10. It positively recommended a Class EBS license for the Bloomington Ice Center, a Class RAS license for Fiesta Ranchera No. 3, and a Class TAPS license for 8 Bit Arcade Bar. The commission also approved the ownership change for Casper Brewing Company and postponed the premises redefinition to the August 12 meeting. Citations were noted for three establishments with associated fines.

• Approved May 13 and June 10 Liquor Commission minutes (consent agenda) – motion carried (3‑0)
• Positively recommended Class EBS license for Bloomington Ice Center, 201 S. Roosevelt Ave. – motion carried (3‑0)
• Positively recommended Class RAS license for Fiesta Ranchera No. 3, 604 IAA Dr. – motion carried (3‑0)
• Positively recommended Class TAPS license for 8 Bit Arcade Bar, 217 W. Jefferson St. – motion carried (3‑0)
• Positively recommended change of ownership for Casper Brewing Company (25% to Axel Jimenez) – motion carried (3‑0)
• Continued redefinition of premises for Casper Brewing to Aug 12, 2025 meeting – motion carried (3‑0)
• Noted citation and $600 fine for Main Street Convenient Mart – presented
• Noted citation and $800 fine for Chi Family Express – presented

Planning Commission

The Bloomington Planning Commission will discuss a request to designate the Daily Pantagraph Building at 301 W. Washington St. as a Local Historic Landmark and to apply an S-4 Historic Preservation District overlay. It will also hold public hearings on an annexation and zoning map amendment for 502 Lutz Road (approximately 74.5 acres) and on a zoning map amendment for 804 N. Clinton St. The meeting includes election of commission leadership and approval of the June 4, 2025 minutes.

• Designation of The Daily Pantagraph Building (301 W. Washington St.) as a Local Historic Landmark and application of S-4 Historic Preservation District overlay (Z-05-25)
• Annexation agreement and zoning map amendment for 502 Lutz Road (≈74.5 acres) to City A (Agriculture) and City R-3A (Multiple-Family Residence) districts (Z-04-25)
• Zoning map amendment for 804 N. Clinton St. to R-2 (Mixed Residence) district (Z-06-25)
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice‑Chair positions
• Approval of minutes from the June 4, 2025 regular meeting (consent agenda)

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will approve the minutes from its May 22, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will hear a presentation from the Bloomington Police Department on the current status of gun violence in the Bloomington‑Normal area. The commission will also discuss its recommendations for the final report and review the draft report. No formal motions are proposed for these items.

• Approve minutes of the May 22, 2025 Special Commission meeting
• Presentation by Bloomington Police Department on gun violence status
• Commission discussion of recommendations for the final report
• Commission discussion of the draft report

The Special Commission for Safe Communities did not achieve a quorum and adjourned after five minutes. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes of the April 17 meeting. It voted to designate the Daily Pantagraph Building at 301 W. Washington St. as a Local Historic Landmark and to apply the S‑4 Historic Preservation District overlay. The commission also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 1212 E. Washington St. with paint and EPDM modifications, and authorized a $15,000 Funk Grant for the same property.

• Approved April 17 minutes (5 AYES: Lindenbaum, Scharnett, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)
• Designated Daily Pantagraph Building as Local Historic Landmark (4 AYES: Lindenbaum, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)
• Recommended S‑4 overlay for 301 W. Washington St. to Planning Commission (4 AYES: Lindenbaum, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)
• Approved the related resolution (4 AYES: Lindenbaum, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1212 E. Washington St. with paint (satin) and EPDM modifications (5 AYES: Lindenbaum, Scharnett, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)
• Approved Funk Grant of up to $15,000 for 1212 E. Washington St. (5 AYES: Lindenbaum, Scharnett, Peters, Elterich, Meyer)

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety and Community Relations Board will receive several presentations from the Bloomington Police Department. The session focuses on department updates and reporting rather than legislative action.

• Update of complaints received by the Bloomington Police Department
• Bloomington Police Department taser report
• Personnel training and continued education presentation
• Police department recruitment statistics
• General Bloomington Police Department updates

The board approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 regular session. The approval was made by a motion from Board Member Taylor, seconded by Board Member Bennett, and passed with AYES from McFarland, Farmer, Bennett, Taylor, Murphy, and Hernandez. The board then adjourned the meeting by a motion from Board Member Farmer, seconded by Board Member Murphy, which also passed with the same AYES. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Taylor, seconded by Bennett, passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Farmer, seconded by Murphy, passed)

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to certify the May 2025 Statement of Funds and approve a payment request. The meeting also includes reports from the Township Supervisor and Township Assessor.

• Certification of May 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of June 23, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Presentation of the Township Supervisor's Report
• Presentation of the Township Assessor's Report

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will vote on routine financial approvals, equipment purchases, and labor agreements. The body is also reviewing zoning map amendments for four properties and updates to massage establishment license fees.

• Approval of bills and payroll totaling $11,311,581.79
• Purchase of a John Deere 410P Backhoe for $182,400
• Meadowbrook Subdivision Improvement Project amendment not to exceed $273,180
• Zoning map amendments for 801 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., 2418 Maloney Dr., 205 N. Prospect Rd., and 409 E. Mulberry St.
• Collective bargaining agreements for Laborers Local 362 Inspectors and Support Staff

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 2006 Gailey Lane. The board will determine if the request meets the standards for approval under the city code.

• Public hearing for NM-03-25: Variance request for reduced rear yard setback at 2006 Gailey Lane

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 special meeting. It also approved a variance (V-03-25) allowing a reduced rear‑yard setback for the property at 2006 Gailey Lane. Both actions were approved by votes from Ballantini, Harris, Williams, and Poling.

• Approved May 21, 2025 special meeting minutes (AYES: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling)
• Approved variance V-03-25 for 2006 Gailey Lane rear‑yard setback reduction (AYES: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling)
• Adjourned meeting (AYES: Ballantini, Harris, Williams, Poling)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will review notes from a meeting with BN Artists and discuss current nominations for Beautification Awards. The body will also consider whether to change its regular meeting schedule and receive updates from the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department.

• Review of BN Artists Meeting notes
• Discussion of Beautification Awards nominations
• Review of committee meeting schedule and potential date changes
• General updates from Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department

The committee approved the minutes from the April 17 and May 15, 2025 meetings. A motion to change the regular meeting day and time was denied, keeping the schedule unchanged. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 17 and May 15, 2025 meetings (unanimous ayes)
• Denied proposal to change meeting day and time, keeping current schedule (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting (viva voce)

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board will vote on several items, including approving the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting, authorizing $458,379.93 in library bills, and approving contracts and payments for the annual maintenance agreement with Envisionware and the OCLC service renewal with the Illinois Heartland Library System. The board will also consider a non‑resident library card program for the period 7/1/25‑6/30/26 funded by the library tax bill.

• Approve minutes of the regular Bloomington Public Library Board meeting held 5/20/25
• Approve library bills totaling $458,379.93
• Waive three‑quote requirement and authorize payment for the Annual Maintenance Agreement with Envisionware
• Approve the Annual OCLC Service Renewal, waive competitive bid, and authorize payment to the Illinois Heartland Library System
• Approve Non‑Resident Card Participation for 7/1/25‑6/30/26 using the library tax bill

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive presentations on a Housing Rehabilitation Program, the Fire Department's 2024 Annual Report, and the Arts & Entertainment Fiscal Year 2025 Report. The body will also consider approving meeting minutes from March 17 and April 21, 2025.

• Presentation on Housing Rehabilitation Program as part of the Larger Neighborhood Revitalization Program
• Bloomington Fire Department 2024 Annual Report, staffing progress, and operational updates
• Arts & Entertainment Fiscal Year 2025 Report
• Approval of March 17, 2025, Special City Council Meeting minutes
• Approval of April 21, 2025, Regular Committee of the Whole Meeting minutes

Cultural Commission

The Bloomington Cultural Commission will first approve the minutes from its May 8 2024 regular meeting. It will then discuss upcoming 2025 shows and updates for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts, Grossinger Motors Arena, and other cultural commission events. No motions are recommended for those discussions. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, new business, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the May 8 2024 Regular Cultural Commission Meeting (Consent Agenda)
• Discussion of 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Cultural Commission events
• Public comment procedures: emailed comments at least 15 minutes before start; in‑person speakers register at least 5 minutes before start

The Cultural Commission met at 7:30 AM on June 12, 2025. A roll call was taken, showing several commissioners absent. The commission lacked a quorum, so no items were considered or decided. The meeting was therefore adjourned without any actions.

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will first approve the minutes from its April 8, 2025 meeting. It will then conduct public hearings on two applications: one from MCO QSR, Inc. (doing business as Froth & Fork) to change ownership and add Sunday sales under a Class RAPS license at 712 S. Eldorado Rd., and another from Dixon Entertainment Group, LLC (doing business as Six Strings Club) to create a Class TAS license with Sunday sales at 525 N. Center St. A citation hearing for ARV Cuisine, LLC (Bloom Bawarchi 2.0) regarding a minor‑sale violation will also be addressed.

• Approve minutes of the April 8, 2025 Liquor Commission meeting
• Public hearing on MCO QSR, Inc. (Froth & Fork) – ownership change and Class RAPS license with Sunday sales at 712 S. Eldorado Rd.
• Public hearing on Dixon Entertainment Group, LLC (Six Strings Club) – creation of Class TAS license with Sunday sales at 525 N. Center St.
• First appearance on citation to ARV Cuisine, LLC (Bloom Bawarchi 2.0) for selling alcohol to a minor at 503 N. Prospect Rd. Unit 103‑104

The commission held a public hearing on MCO QSR, Inc. (Froth & Fork) request to change ownership and add Sunday sales, creating a Class RAPS license. Commissioners Meister and Brady moved to positively recommend the application to the City Council, with Poondru abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The motion carried with two affirmative votes and one abstention.

• Positive recommendation to Council for Froth & Fork ownership change and Class RAPS license (2 AYES, 1 ABSTAIN)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several high-value contracts, including water infrastructure and public safety software. The body will also discuss updates to city codes regarding massage establishments and sexually oriented business licenses.

• Agreement with Ferguson Enterprises for FY2026 Water Meter Installation Program not to exceed $2,000,000
• Three-year service agreement with Tyler Technologies for Enterprise Public Safety Suite for $1,459,685.03
• Purchase of Arena Dasher Boards from All American Arena Products, Inc. for $377,700
• Service agreement with Motorola Solutions for $390,312.10
• Ordinance updating fees and codes for massage establishments and sexually oriented business licenses

Planning Commission

The Bloomington Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting and hold public hearings on two zoning matters. One hearing (Z‑02‑24) will consider map amendments to the P‑2 district for properties at 801 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., 2418 Maloneey Dr., 205 N. Prospect Rd., and 409 E. Mulberry St. The other hearing (Z‑03‑24) will review text amendments to the Bloomington Zoning Code (Chapter 44). The agenda also includes a presentation of a draft regional land‑use map and a notice that a Missing Middle Housing analysis will not be presented.

• Approve minutes of the March 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Public hearing on Z‑02‑24 zoning map amendments for four city properties
• Public hearing on Z‑03‑24 text amendments to the Bloomington Zoning Code
• Presentation of the Draft Regional Strategic Land Use Map for McLean County, Normal and Bloomington
• Notice that the Missing Middle Housing analysis will not be presented

The commission approved the consent agenda by voice vote. It then approved zoning map amendments that change the zoning of 801 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., 2418 Maloney Dr., 205 N. Prospect Rd., and 409 E. Mulberry St. from their existing districts to P‑2, with the motion passing eight votes in favor and one abstention.

• Approved consent agenda (voice vote)
• Approved zoning map amendment: 801 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. from B‑1 to P‑2
• Approved zoning map amendment: 2418 Maloney Dr. from A to P‑2
• Approved zoning map amendment: 205 N. Prospect Rd. from B‑1 to P‑2
• Approved zoning map amendment: 409 E. Mulberry St. from R‑2 to P‑2

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The board will vote to approve the minutes from the April 23 special session and to appoint a chairperson and vice‑chairperson. It will also hear a series of presentations from the Bloomington Police Department on complaints, a taser report, personnel training, recruitment statistics and general department updates. A discussion on potential future agenda topics will follow.

• Approve minutes of the April 23, 2025 special session
• Nominate and appoint a chairperson for the board
• Nominate and appoint a vice‑chairperson for the board
• BPD presentation and discussion on complaints received
• BPD presentation on taser report

The board approved the minutes from the April 25 meeting. Members reappointed Rachel McFarland as chairperson and Tylian Smith as vice chairperson. The board heard several police department updates and discussed future agenda topics, including a quarterly meeting without police presence.

• Approved April 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Rachel McFarland as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tylian Smith as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Discussed police complaint statistics (no vote)
• Discussed taser incident report (no vote)
• Discussed personnel training and education (no vote)
• Discussed recruitment statistics (no vote)
• Considered future agenda topics, including a police‑free quarterly meeting (no vote)

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees will review financial statements and payment requests. The board will also receive reports from the Township Supervisor and Township Assessor.

• Certification of April 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of May 27, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Presentation of the Township Supervisor's Report
• Presentation of the Township Assessor's Report

The Township Board approved the Consent Agenda, which included certifying the April 2025 Statement of Funds and approving the May 27, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment. Both items passed with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No public comments were received and there were no regular agenda items.

• Certified April 2025 Statement of Funds (10-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment (10-0)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will vote on a series of consent agenda items, including payroll and reappointments, and on several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions include a $36 million general‑obligation bond to fund waterworks system improvements and multiple FY 2026 contracts for maintenance and infrastructure projects. The council will also consider intergovernmental agreements for animal control services and a development incentive amendment.

• Ordinance to issue up to $36,000,000 general‑obligation bonds (Series 2025) for waterworks system improvements
• Resolution approving a $250,000 agreement with Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for the VPIE Software Solution
• Resolution approving a $1,668,160 contract with George Gildner, Inc. for FY 2026 Water Department Utility Maintenance (Bid #2025-49)
• Resolution approving intergovernmental agreements with McLean County for animal control warden services ($87,363 for 2025, $119,979 for 2026, $123,578 for 2027) and shelter services ($45,000 for 2025, $80,000 for 2026, $100,000 for 2027)
• Ordinance approving the First Amendment to the Economic Incentive Agreement with Green Top Grocery Cooperative

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will vote to approve the minutes from its April 24, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Bloomington Police Department on the current status of gun violence in the Bloomington‑Normal area. Additional presentations will address veteran suicides, veteran suicide crisis prevention, and a community member’s perspective on violence. No formal motions are proposed for the discussion items.

• Approve minutes of the April 24, 2025 Regular Special Commission for Safe Communities meeting
• Presentation on gun violence by the Bloomington Police Department
• Presentation on veteran suicides by Del Saam
• Presentation on veteran suicide/crisis prevention by Art Rodriguez
• Presentation on community violence perspective by Giselle Lee

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. Presentations were given on recent gun violence and veteran suicide issues. Commissioners were asked to develop recommendations for the June meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (4-0 AYES: Lust, German, Bertrand, R. Harris)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special use permit request for a vehicle repair and service business in the B‑1 district at 10‑12 Currency Drive. The board will also hear a variance request to allow an accessory structure to be placed less than ten feet from the principal building wall at 421 E. Grove Street. Recommended motions propose finding that the applications meet all required standards and recommend approval.

• Special Use Permit for Vehicle Repair & Service at 10-12 Currency Drive (B‑1 district)
• Variance to allow accessory structure less than 10 ft from principal building wall at 421 E. Grove Street
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from the March 26, 2025 special meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board will consider routine items on its regular session agenda. The board will approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 regular and executive‑session meetings and approve bills totaling $1,025.681.25. Trustees will also discuss the library’s strategic plan.

• Approve minutes of 4/15/25 regular library board meeting
• Approve bills in the amount of $1,025.681.25
• Approve minutes of 4/15/25 executive session of the library board
• Discuss the library strategic plan

The trustees approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes of the April 15 meeting and bills totaling $1,025,681.25, with a 5‑0 vote. They then moved into an executive session to discuss collective bargaining matters, which was approved unanimously. The board resumed the regular session and adjourned, each motion passing with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and $1,025,681.25 bills) – motion carried 5-0
• Entered executive session on collective negotiating matters – motion carried (ayes: Parker, Argenziano, McCormick, Chissell, Sang)
• Resumed regular session – motion carried (ayes: Parker, Argenziano, McCormick, Chissell, Sang)
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried 5-0

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will approve the minutes from its April 21, 2025 meeting, nominate and vote to appoint a chairperson and a vice chairperson, and hear presentations on the process for obtaining a Certified Welcoming designation and on establishing Welcoming America standards.

• Approve minutes of the April 21, 2025 Welcoming America Commission meeting
• Nominate and appoint a Chairperson for the Welcoming America Commission
• Nominate and appoint a Vice Chairperson for the Welcoming America Commission
• Presentation and discussion on the process to obtain Certified Welcoming designation for Bloomington
• Presentation and discussion on establishing Welcoming America Standards

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission will consider and vote on a series of Rust Grant applications for historic building repairs and improvements. Items include brick tuckpointing, roof and window replacement, marquee sign updates, and ADA upgrades at various city addresses. The commission will also approve the minutes from its April 17 meeting and accept public comment.

• $25,000 Rust Grant for tuckpointing at 115 E. Monroe Street (Green Building, LLC)
• Up to $50,000 Rust Grant for flat roof replacement at 515 N. Center Street (Partners for Community D/B/A Recycling Furniture for Families)
• Up to $19,311.25 Rust Grant for marquee sign update at 209 E. Washington Street (XI Vixens LLC)
• Up to $37,395.4 Rust Grant for facade, roof, and ADA improvements at 211 N. Prairie St (Underground, Inc.)
• $6,700 Rust Grant for exterior door and jamb maintenance at 101‑103 N. Main St (McLean County Historical Society)

The Historic Preservation Commission postponed the April 17 minutes and then approved seven Rust Grant requests. Grants ranged from $5,940 to $50,000 for brick repair, roof replacement, marquee upgrade, and other historic building improvements, each with specific conditions such as mortar type, ventilation review, or brick strength matching. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes from the five commissioners present.

• Approved $25,000 Rust Grant for 115 E. Monroe St (type O mortar, breathable sealer)
• Approved $50,000 Rust Grant for 515 N. Center St (ventilation evaluation with staff)
• Approved $5,940 Rust Grant for 106 E. Front St (substrate evaluation condition)
• Approved $7,310 Rust Grant for 105 N. Main St (substrate evaluation condition)
• Approved $12,344.50 Rust Grant for 201 E. Grove St (brick compressive strength condition)
• Approved $19,311.25 Rust Grant for 209 E. Washington St (marquee LED upgrade)
• Postponed approval of April 17 minutes to June 26, 2025

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Bloomington Citizen's Beautification Committee will consider a consent agenda to approve the minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting. It will review notes from a BNA artists meeting and decide on additional activities, discuss updates to the committee website, and hear a presentation from the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department. The meeting also includes public comment procedures and member comments before adjournment.

• Approve the April 17, 2025 Citizens' Beautification Committee meeting minutes
• Review BNA artists meeting notes and plan additional committee activities
• Discuss potential updates to the Beautification Committee website
• Presentation and discussion by the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department
• Public comment process: email comments to [email protected] or register in‑person before the meeting

The Citizens' Beautification Committee met at 6:00 PM on May 15, 2025, but there was no quorum. The meeting was adjourned immediately with no actions taken.

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new liquor license application. The body will also review sanctions and citations for several local businesses regarding tax and underage sales violations.

• Public hearing for Sarahbest, Inc. (Bloomington Rosatis Pizza) at 1704 Eastland Dr. for a Class RBS liquor license
• Sanctions review for Grand Café, LLC at 2205 E. Oakland Ave. regarding unpaid food and beverage tax
• Citation for Rice N Spice Indian Grill Inc. at 110 W. Washington St. for selling alcohol to a minor
• Citation for Fiesta Ranchera No. 6 at 1041 N. J C Pkwy for selling alcohol to a minor
• Citation for Firehouse Pizza at 1601 Morrissey Dr. for selling alcohol to a minor

The commission approved the consent agenda and the minutes from the March 11 and April 8 meetings. A public hearing was held for Sarahbest, Inc.'s request for a Class RBS liquor license, and the commissioners voted to positively recommend the application to the city council. The commission noted that Grand Café paid an $800 tax fine and that citations for Rice N Spice and Firehouse Pizza were resolved with fines paid. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Consent Agenda (motion by Commissioner Poondru)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (motion by Commissioner Poondru)
• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Commissioner Poondru)
• Recommended approval of Sarahbest, Inc. Class RBS liquor license (motion carried, AYES: Brady; Poondru)
• Recorded Grand Café's payment of $800 tax fine and issuance of agreed order
• Recorded Rice N Spice Indian Grill's $500 state fine and $250 city fine for underage sales
• Recorded Firehouse Pizza's payment of standard fine for underage sales citation
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, AYES: Brady; Poondru)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will meet to approve routine financial payments and several infrastructure contracts. The body is also considering extensions for employee assistance and insurance broker services.

• Approval of bills and payroll totaling $10,883,926.52
• Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant electrical system design not to exceed $1,019,625
• Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Water Treatment Plant hydrated lime system design not to exceed $489,230
• Extension of agreement with TELUS Health for Employee Assistance Program through May 31, 2028
• Extension of agreement with Holmes Murphy for insurance broker services through June 30, 2028

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will vote to approve the minutes of its April 10, 2024 meeting. It will also hold discussion-only sessions on upcoming 2025 shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. A further discussion will cover planned 2025 Cultural Commission events. No formal motions are recommended for the discussion items.

• Approve minutes of the April 10, 2024 Regular Cultural Commission Meeting
• Discussion of 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Discussion of 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Discussion of 2025 Cultural Commission events

The Cultural Commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting. The motion was carried with ayes from Commissioners Racki, Shukla, Long, Pontius, and Bricker. The commission then voted to adjourn the May 8, 2025 meeting, with the same ayes. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 10, 2024 meeting (motion carried, ayes: Racki, Shukla, Long, Pontius, Bricker)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, ayes: Racki, Shukla, Long, Pontius, Bricker)

Planning Commission

The Bloomington Planning Commission regular session scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The commission noted that the next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will hold a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor-Elect Dan Brady and four new council members. No action items are scheduled for the meeting.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Dan Brady
• Swearing-in of Council Members Jenna Kearns, Mike Straza, Mary Ward, and Abby Scott
• Ceremony at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
• No action items scheduled

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees will vote on a resolution to oppose township consolidation into county government. The board is also deciding on the reimplementation of the Housing Eviction Relief Efforts (HERE) program for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Resolution No. 2025-01 to Oppose Township Consolidation into County Government
• Ordinance to reimplement the Housing Eviction Relief Efforts (HERE) Program for Fiscal Year 2026
• Certification of March 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of April 28, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the March 24 minutes, certification of the March 2025 Statement of Funds, and the April 28 General Town Fund payment request. It passed Resolution No. 2025‑01 opposing township consolidation into county government (6‑1). It also approved an ordinance to re‑implement the Housing Eviction Relief Efforts (HERE) program for FY 2026 (7‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda items: minutes of March 24 2025 meeting (7‑0)
• Certified March 2025 Statement of Funds (7‑0)
• Approved April 28 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑01 opposing township consolidation (6‑1)
• Approved Ordinance re‑implementing HERE program for FY 2026 (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on an ordinance to establish a standardized housing incentive program. The meeting also includes a large consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure contracts and city code amendments.

• Ordinance to establish a Standardized Housing Incentive Program
• Agreement with R.B. Crowther Co. for Fire Station #1 roof replacement: $507,500
• Agreement with Stark Excavating, Inc. for Wylie Drive & Maple Hill Road intersection improvements: $448,920.50
• Ordinance to exempt 100% service-connected disabled military veterans from the City’s vehicle use tax
• Ordinance to prohibit loitering on city medians less than six feet wide

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will approve the minutes from its January 24, 2025 meeting and review the Treasurer's Report and the Financial Investment Report. It will consider several actions including document destruction, a $750 quarterly consulting fee to Raymond James, renewal of fiduciary liability insurance, and an audit engagement with Baker Tilly. The board will also vote to confirm the election of Carl Reeb to a three‑year term starting July 2025.

• Election of Carl Reeb (67 votes) to a three‑year board term starting July 2025
• Approval of a quarterly consulting fee of $750 to Raymond James
• Renewal of Fiduciary Liability Insurance with Alliant Express
• Engagement letter with Baker Tilly for annual audit services
• Request to destroy documents older than 10 years

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will vote on approving the minutes from its March 27, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Bloomington Police Department on the current status of gun violence in the Bloomington‑Normal area. The commission will also review progress of its 2024‑2025 meetings. Public comment procedures and ADA accommodation contacts are provided for attendees.

• Approval of minutes from March 27, 2025 meeting
• Presentation by Bloomington Police Department on gun violence in Bloomington‑Normal area
• Review of 2024/2025 Special Commission meetings and progress report
• Public comment: email [email protected] at least 15 minutes before start
• ADA accommodation contact: 309‑434‑2468 or [email protected]

The Special Commission for Safe Communities approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting (ayes: Lust, Selman, Bertrand, Crutcher). Commissioners discussed a three‑year summary of gun‑violence incidents presented by the Bloomington Police Department and identified several follow‑up actions, including obtaining additional gun‑related statistics and arranging future presentations on de‑escalation and mental health. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:11 PM.

• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Lust, Selman, Bertrand, Crutcher)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried viva voce)
• Kevin Crutcher appointed to the commission by Mayor Mwilambwe

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board will consider and vote on the Consent Agenda, including approval of the minutes from its February 22, 2025 regular session. The Bloomington Police Department will present updates on complaints received, a taser report, personnel training, recruitment statistics, and general department matters, all for discussion only. The board will also discuss potential future agenda topics and hold a combined monthly and quarterly special session at the Government Center Board Room (4th floor, Room #4001) on April 23, 2025, with public comment procedures outlined.

• Approve minutes of the February 22, 2025 regular session (Consent Agenda)
• Presentation on complaints update by Bloomington Police Department (discussion only)
• Presentation on taser report by Bloomington Police Department (discussion only)
• Presentation on personnel training and continued education by Bloomington Police Department
• Presentation on recruitment statistics by Bloomington Police Department

The Public Safety & Community Relations Board approved the minutes of the February 22, 2025 meeting after a motion by Board Member Taylor, seconded by Board Member Farmer, with five votes in favor. The board then adjourned the April 23 session by a motion from Board Member Farmer, seconded by Board Member Taylor, also with five votes in favor. No other actions were decided; the agenda consisted of presentations on complaints, taser incidents, staffing, and department updates.

• Approved February 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5 AYES: McFarland, Farmer, Taylor, Murphy, Lee)
• Adjourned the April 23, 2025 meeting (5 AYES: McFarland, Farmer, Taylor, Murphy, Lee)

Technology Commission

The Bloomington Technology Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its March 25, 2025 meeting. The commission will also discuss subcommittees for Smart City technology initiatives and note term expirations for Chairman Neumayer and Commissioner Pirtle. Additional items include new business and the meeting’s adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the March 25, 2025 Technology Commission meeting
• Discussion on subcommittees for Smart City technology initiatives
• Commissioner term expirations for Chairman Neumayer and Commissioner Pirtle
• New Business
• Adjournment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting. Subcommittee assignments for Digital Signage and Public Wi‑Fi were confirmed, with a draft report due at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. Future votes on a new chair and vice chair were noted but not decided.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Digital Signage subcommittee (Commissioner Wheeler, Commissioner Pirtle)
• Confirmed Public Wi‑Fi subcommittee (Commissioner Duvvuri, Commissioner Davis)
• Set draft subcommittee reports for next month’s meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will nominate and vote to appoint a chairperson. The body will also discuss the process for the City of Bloomington to obtain a formal Certified Welcoming designation.

• Appointment of a Commission chairperson
• Discussion on obtaining formal Certified Welcoming designation for the City of Bloomington
• Discussion on establishing Welcoming America Standards
• Discussion on issues affecting the immigrant community
• Recap of Welcoming Week activities

The commission approved the minutes of the April 21 meeting unanimously. The nomination and appointment of a chairperson were postponed to the May 2025 meeting. No other motions were taken; the session was adjourned at 5:27 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Tabled chairperson nomination and appointment (postponed to May 2025)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold presentations and discussions on potential housing incentives and initiatives. The body will also receive the Bloomington Police Department's 2024 Annual Report and the Public Safety & Community Relations Board Annual Report.

• Presentation and discussion on potential housing incentives and initiatives
• Presentation of the Bloomington Police Department's 2024 Annual Report
• Presentation of the Public Safety & Community Relations Board (PSCRB) Annual Report
• Approval of February 17, 2025, Regular Committee of the Whole meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board will vote to approve the minutes from the April 15 regular and executive session meetings. It will also approve bills totaling $1,025,681.25 as listed on the consent agenda. Additionally, trustees will discuss the library's strategic plan. No other motions are recommended.

• Approve minutes of 4/15/25 regular library board meeting
• Approve bills in the amount of $1,025,681.25
• Approve minutes of 4/15/25 executive session
• Discuss strategic plan (discussion only)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bloomington Historic Preservation Commission will first approve the minutes from its March 2, 2025 meeting. It will then review and vote on demolition requests for several historic structures, including the building at 102 N. Center St., the Elks Lodge at 110 N. Madison St., the Countermeasures Building at 110 N. Madison St., and the Drive‑Through of Commerce Bank at 210 W. Washington St. The decisions will determine whether each property is deemed significant and whether demolition should be opposed.

• Approve minutes of the March 2, 2025 meeting (Consent Agenda).
• Review demolition request for 102 N. Center St. (PIN 21-04-337-060).
• Review demolition request for 110 N. Madison St. (Elks Lodge) (PIN 21-04-336-002).
• Review demolition request for 110 N. Madison St. (Countermeasures Building) (PIN 21-04-337-007).
• Review demolition request for 210 W. Washington St. (Drive‑Through of Commerce Bank) (PIN 21-04-337-059).

The commission adopted the consent agenda by viva voce vote. Commissioners honored Greg Koos for five years of service. The commission voted to approve the demolition permit for the historic Front & Center Building at 102 N. Center St. after confirming its historic significance. The motion passed with three ayes, one nay and one abstention.

• Approved consent agenda (viva voce)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (viva voce)
• Recognized Commissioner Greg Koos for five years of service (no vote recorded)
• Declared 102 N. Center St. building historically significant (ayes: Lindenbaum, Peters, Elterich, Meyer, Adams)
• Approved demolition permit for 102 N. Center St. building (ayes: Lindenbaum, Elterich, Adams; nays: Meyer; abstain: Peters)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will approve the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting and vote on a banner design for the Farmers Market. The agenda includes discussions on committee member contact lists, potential projects, the Arbor Day ceremony at Cedar Ridge School, and general updates from the Parks and Recreation Department.

• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of banner design for Farmers Market
• Arbor Day ceremony at Cedar Ridge School on April 25, 2025
• Discussion on committee member contact list
• Presentation on Parks and Recreation Department updates

The Citizens' Beautification Committee approved the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting by a vote of five members in favor. The committee then adjourned the April 17, 2025 session with unanimous support. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5 ayes)
• Adjourned April 17, 2025 meeting (5 ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve expenditures and personnel matters. The board is deciding on a staff development closure date and the FY26 slate of officers.

• Approval of bills totaling $540,685.99
• Approval of Director Merit Increase for FY26
• Proposed library closure on September 30, 2025, for Staff Development Day
• Approval of FY26 Slate of Officers
• Appointment and term assignments for the Bloomington Public Library Foundation Board

The Library Board approved the minutes of the March 18 meeting and a $540,685.99 bill package by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a 5% merit increase for FY26, the FY26 slate of officers, a one‑day library closure for staff development, a new appointment to the Library Foundation Board, and term assignments for Foundation Board members. All motions were carried unanimously or by voice vote.

• Approve minutes of 3/18/25 and $540,685.99 bills (7-0)
• Approve 5% director merit increase for FY26 (7-0)
• Approve FY26 slate of officers (6-0)
• Approve library closure on Sep 30, 2025 for staff development day (6-0)
• Approve appointment of Craig McCormick to Library Foundation Board (6-0)
• Approve term assignments for Foundation Board members (6-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Township Board of Trustees will elect a moderator and approve the minutes from the previous year's meeting. The body will also set the date for the next annual town meeting.

• Election and swearing in of a moderator
• Approval of April 9, 2019 meeting minutes
• Reports from Assessor Steve Scudder and Supervisor Deborah Skillrud
• Setting date for next Annual Town Meeting (April 13, 2021)

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will vote on routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the March 10 meeting minutes, payroll and bills totaling $16,958,297.45, and several service contracts. On the regular agenda, the council will adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget ordinance and consider redevelopment agreements, a special‑use permit, and other ordinances. The meeting also includes recognitions and public comment periods.

• Approve payroll and bills for $16,958,297.45 (Finance Department)
• Approve contract with Pace Analytical Services, LLC for laboratory services – $125,000 (Water Department)
• Approve contract with Brenntag Mid‑South, Inc. for polymers – total $96,000 (Water Department)
• Adopt and appropriate the FY2026 budget ordinance (Finance and Administration Departments)
• Approve special‑use permit for vehicle repair & service at 11 Currency Drive (Development Services Department)

Cultural Commission

The Bloomington Cultural Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the March 13, 2024 Regular Cultural Commission meeting. It will then discuss upcoming 2025 shows at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts, Grossinger Motors Arena, and other cultural commission events. No motions are recommended for the discussion items. The agenda also includes new business and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the March 13, 2024 Regular Cultural Commission meeting
• Discussion of 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows and updates
• Discussion of 2025 Cultural Commission events
• New Business

The Cultural Commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting. No other motions were decided; the commission discussed upcoming performing‑arts shows, arena events, and the Art & Health Day plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 13, 2024 minutes (6‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0 vote)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission met on April 10, 2025, but a quorum was not present. The meeting was adjourned immediately with no actions taken.

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will conduct its regular session, including a call to order, roll call, and public comment. It will review and consider approving the special meeting minutes from February 5, 2025, and evaluate the Treasury's Report for consistency with prior actions. The board will also consider reimbursement and equipment purchase requests from several members to determine if they benefit the fire department. Public comment procedures and accommodation requests are outlined for attendees.

• Approve special meeting minutes dated February 5, 2025
• Review Treasury's Report and determine if it matches prior actions
• Reimbursement request by S. Petrović for Class A Uniform
• Purchase request by Kyle Tieman for a Rogue Folding Rack for Station 4
• Purchase request by M. Meyle for equipment for the 3:1 haul system

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will hold a continued public hearing on an application from MGN Foods, Inc., d/b/a West Market Groceries (301 W. Market St.) to change its liquor license from Class PBS to Class PAS. The commission will also continue reviewing citations for Taqueria Porton (901 N. Main St.) and Grand Café, LLC (2205 E. Oakland Ave., Suite A2) for unpaid food and beverage taxes, and for TVEO Corporation d/b/a Eric's Too (921 Maple Hill Rd.) for selling alcohol while its license was suspended. After these items, the commission will address any new business before adjourning.

• Application from MGN Foods, Inc., d/b/a West Market Groceries to change license from Class PBS to Class PAS (301 W. Market St.)
• Citation review for Taqueria Porton, Inc., d/b/a Taqueria Porton for failure to pay food and beverage taxes (901 N. Main St.)
• Citation review for Grand Café, LLC, d/b/a Grand Café for failure to pay food and beverage taxes (2205 E. Oakland Ave., Suite A2)
• Sanctions review for TVEO Corporation, d/b/a Eric's Too for sale of alcohol while license was suspended (921 Maple Hill Rd.)

The Bloomington Liquor Commission conducted a public hearing on Item 5.A, an application by MGN Foods, Inc. d/b/a West Market Groceries to change its license from Class PBS to Class PAS at 301 W. Market St. Commissioners and staff heard testimony from the applicants, reviewed a petition with over 200 signatures, and examined police and fire service call data presented by the assistant police chief. Public members asked questions about safety, security, and the impact of the proposed license. No vote or final decision was recorded in the minutes.

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Township Board of Trustees will consider several agenda items, including approval of the April 11, 2023 and April 9, 2024 annual town meeting minutes. The board will vote on Resolution No. 2025-01, which seeks to oppose any consolidation of the township into county government. Trustees will also set the date for the 2026 annual town meeting and address the availability of the unaudited fiscal year 2025 statement of receipts and expenditures.

• Approval of the April 11, 2023 and April 9, 2024 annual town meeting minutes
• Vote on Resolution No. 2025-01 to oppose township consolidation into county government
• Set the 2026 annual town meeting for April 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Provide the unaudited Annual Statement of Receipts & Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2025
• Election and swearing‑in of a meeting moderator

Planning Commission

The regular session of the Bloomington Planning Commission scheduled for April 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM was cancelled. No decisions, approvals, or denials were made at this meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will review the status of gun violence in the Bloomington Normal area and discuss progress from the 2024 meetings. The body will also approve the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of January 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on gun violence status in Bloomington Normal area
• Review of 2024 Special Commission for Safe Communities meetings

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed gun‑violence data and report timelines. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Bloomington Zoning Board of Appeals will review and approve the minutes from its January 15, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings on two special use permit requests: one for a multiple‑family conversion (3+ units) at 707 E. Empire Street in the R‑2 district, and another for a vehicle repair and service use at 11 Currency Drive in the B‑1 district. The agenda also includes new business and adjournment.

• Review and approval of minutes from the January 15, 2025 regular meeting
• Special Use Permit request by Christian Kazanowski for a multiple‑family conversion (3+ units) at 707 E. Empire St., PIN 21‑04‑227‑004
• Special Use Permit request by FM B Holdings, LLC for vehicle repair & service use at 11 Currency Drive, PIN 21‑15‑103‑018
• New Business
• Adjournment

Technology Commission

The Bloomington Technology Commission will approve the minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the subcommittees on Smart City technology. The agenda also includes new business, public comment procedures, and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025 Technology Commission meeting
• Discussion on the subcommittees on Smart City technology
• Public comments may be emailed to [email protected]
• In‑person speakers must register at cityblm.org/register at least 5 minutes before the meeting
• ADA coordinator contact: 309‑434‑2468 or [email protected]

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 28, 2024 meeting. New subcommittees were confirmed: Digital Signage (Commissioner Wheeler, Commissioner Pirtle, with Chairman Neumayer) and Public Wi‑Fi (Commissioner Duvvuri, Commissioner Davis). Each subcommittee was tasked with delivering a draft report with a case study by the next meeting. The session was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Jan 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Digital Signage subcommittee members: Wheeler, Pirtle (with Neumayer)
• Confirmed Public Wi‑Fi subcommittee members: Duvvuri, Davis
• Set draft report deliverable for each subcommittee for next month’s meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and appropriation ordinance. The meeting also includes the certification of February 2025 funds and the adoption of an agenda for the April 8 Annual Town Meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 2025-01
• Certification of February 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery funds
• Reappointment of Brad Williams to the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery Board
• Adoption of the agenda for the April 8, 2025 Annual Town Meeting
• Approval of the March 24, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 2025-01. It also reappointed Brad Williams to the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery Board. The consent agenda items—including minutes, statement of funds, and payment request—were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 5:33 PM.

• Approved consent agenda (ayes: Kearns, Montney, Becker, Hendricks, Ward, Crumpler, Mwilambwe)
• Adopted Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 2025-01 (ayes: Kearns, Montney, Becker, Hendricks, Ward, Crumpler, Mwilambwe)
• Reappointed Brad Williams to the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery Board (ayes: Kearns, Montney, Becker, Hendricks, Ward, Crumpler, Mwilambwe)
• Approved February 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds (implied in consent agenda)
• Approved March 24, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment (implied in consent agenda)
• Adopted agenda for April 8, 2025 Annual Town Meeting (implied in consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2025 regular session (implied in consent agenda)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes: Kearns, Montney, Becker, Hendricks, Ward, Lee, Crumpler, Mwilambwe)

City Council

The March 24, 2025 regular session will include a public comment period where individuals and groups can provide testimony after registering by email. The council will consider several recognition and proclamation items and a consent agenda of routine matters. The primary decision is approval of the fiscal year 2026 budget and associated payroll totaling $8,459,605.53. Additional items include specific grant and construction projects with stated dollar amounts.

• Public comment period: individuals/groups may submit testimony, must register by email, max 30‑minute comment or 3‑minute speaker time
• Approval of the FY 2026 proposed budget in the amount of $8,459,605.53
• Approval of bills and payroll in the amount of $8,459,605.53
• Community Development Block Grant – Southsidewalks Phase I (Bid #2025‑30) for $86,527.46
• Millers Park Zoo Animal Building and Rainforest Building project for $214,287.03

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property improvement. The body will also discuss downtown fire suppression research and lead-based paint abatement. Planning for the 2025 Heritage Awards is on the agenda.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for planter box replacement at 33 Sunset Road
• Update on downtown fire suppression status research (Downtown Streetscape Phase 1+)
• Formation of a two-member Heritage Awards 2025 subcommittee
• Discussion on Lead Based Paint Abatement rules, costs, and barriers

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the consent agenda and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a planter box replacement at 33 Sunset Road. It also directed staff to explore a fire‑safety subcommittee, created a two‑member Heritage Awards Committee, and appointed Commissioners Peters and Meyer to that committee. The meeting was adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (all 7 commissioners voted yes)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for planter box at 33 Sunset Road (all 7 commissioners voted yes)
• Directed staff to fact‑find on forming a subcommittee with the Building Board of Appeals for a fire‑safety matrix
• Formed a two‑member Heritage Awards Committee (all 7 commissioners voted yes)
• Appointed Commissioners Peters and Meyer to the Heritage Awards Committee (all 7 commissioners voted yes)
• Adjourned meeting (all 7 commissioners voted yes)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will discuss updates on potential art projects and supplies. The body will also receive a presentation regarding Cedar Ridge school being honored as the Arbor Day school.

• Discussion of art supplies and project locations
• Arbor Day school honor for Cedar Ridge school with ceremony set for April 25, 2025
• General updates from the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department

The Citizens' Beautification Committee approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting, with a motion that passed unanimously among those present. No public comments were received. The committee also voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:24 p.m. after discussing future beautification projects and receiving a Parks and Recreation update.

• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda) – motion passed (5 AYES)
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed (5 AYES)

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board will vote to move money from the M & O Fund into the Capital Reserve Fund. It will also approve a two‑hour delayed opening on May 15, 2025, and authorize a contract for the “BPL ON THE GO” service and a cargo van. The meeting includes routine items such as approving the February 18 minutes and a reminder to complete the Library Director’s annual performance review.

• Approve minutes of the February 18, 2025 board meeting
• Transfer funds from the M & O Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund
• Delay library opening to 11 a.m. on May 15, 2025 for staff development
• Authorize contract for “BPL ON THE GO” service and purchase of a cargo van via Suburban Cooperative Purchasing Contract
• Reminder to complete the Library Director’s annual performance review

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will meet to nominate and appoint a chairperson. The body will also discuss the process for the City of Bloomington to obtain a formal Certified Welcoming designation and the establishment of Welcoming America Standards.

• Appointment of a Commission chairperson
• Discussion on obtaining formal Certified Welcoming designation for the City of Bloomington
• Discussion on establishing Welcoming America Standards
• Review of issues affecting the immigrant community
• Recap of Welcoming Week activities

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to discuss a proposal for a non-congregate shelter and review infrastructure project updates. The body is also deciding on a resolution to waive formal bidding for a water department purchase.

• Proposed purchase of Powered Activated Carbon (PAC) from Calgon Carbon Corporation not to exceed $556,800
• Presentation on Home Sweet Home Ministries Non-Congregate Shelter Proposal
• Discussion of the Infrastructure Projects Dashboard
• Update on the Downtown Streetscape Project
• Approval of January 21, 2025, Regular Committee of the Whole meeting minutes

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will discuss upcoming 2025 shows and updates for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also discuss 2025 Cultural Commission events.

• Approval of November 14, 2024, Special Cultural Commission Meeting minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Cultural Commission events

Human Relations Commission

The regular session meeting of the Human Relations Commission scheduled for March 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2025.

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will approve the minutes from its January 14 and February 11, 2025 regular meetings. It will hold public hearings on several liquor‑license applications, including classification changes for MGN Foods, WDOAB, and Bloomington Elks Lodge. Additional hearings will address a parent‑company change for Red Lobster, a sanction request for Grand Café over a food‑and‑beverage tax issue, and a citation for Taqueria Porter.

• Approve minutes of the Jan 14 2025 regular Liquor Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of the Feb 11 2025 regular Liquor Commission meeting
• Public hearing on MGN Foods (West Market Groceries) request to change classification from Class PBS to Class PAS at 301 W. Market St.
• Public hearing on WDOAB, LLC (The Atchison) request to create Class EAS at 1611 S. Morrissey Dr., Unit 2
• Public hearing on Bloomington Elks Lodge 281 request to decrease classification from Class CAS to Class CBS at 608 W. Seminary St.

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will hold its regular session on March 10, 2025. The meeting includes a public hearing for individuals who wish to provide testimony, a public comment period, and a consent agenda of routine items. Council members will consider several specific agenda items, including a $7,096,469.7 appropriation for bills and payroll, a construction agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway for $84,800, and a $5,401,950 project from Bunn Street to Commerce Parkway. The council will also discuss a $925,519.84 federal‑funded Hamilton Road extension.

• Public hearing for individuals to provide testimony
• Public comment period (15 minutes before meeting start)
• Bills and payroll appropriation – $7,096,469.7
• Construction agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway – $84,800
• Project resolution for Bunn Street to Commerce Parkway – $5,401,950

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and act on proposed changes to the City of Bloomington Zoning Code. The commission will determine if the amendments are in the public interest and provide a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code amendments regarding use tables, definitions, landscaping and screening, and administrative procedures

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety and Community Relations Board will vote to approve the minutes from its January 22 meeting. It will hear several presentations from the Bloomington Police Department, including updates on citizen complaints, a taser report, personnel training, recruitment statistics, and general department matters. The board will also consider and set the date, time, location, and topics for its next meeting on March 26, 2025.

• Approve minutes of the January 22, 2025 board meeting
• Police department presentation on complaints received
• Police department presentation on taser report
• Police department presentation on personnel training and education
• Decision on future meeting date, time, location, and topics

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees will meet to certify January 2025 fund statements and approve a payment request. The board will also receive reports from the Township Supervisor and Township Assessor.

• Certification of January 2025 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of February 24, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment
• Presentation of the Township Supervisor's Report
• Presentation of the Township Assessor's Report

City Council

The Bloomington City Council will review routine administrative approvals and several departmental contracts. Key items include payroll approvals and equipment purchases for the Fire and Water departments.

• Approval of bills and payroll totaling $9,450,003.08
• Purchase of radios for the Fire Department from Motorola Solutions for $135,536.37
• First Amendment for FY2025 Utility Maintenance Project with George Gildner, Inc. increasing bid by $193,275.06
• Unit Price Agreement with Linde, Inc. for Carbon Dioxide not to exceed $215,000
• Unit Price Agreements for water treatment chemicals with Calgon Carbon Corp (up to $62,500) and Carus LLC (up to $47,500)

Citizen's Beautification Committee

The Citizens' Beautification Committee will discuss potential upcoming projects and ways to incorporate local schools. The Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department will also provide general department updates.

• Discussion on potential immediate projects and local school involvement
• Presentation and updates from the Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve library policy revisions and a contract for VOIP hardware and software. The board will also review the process for the Library Director's annual performance review.

• Approval of bills totaling $426,914.54
• Review and approval of revised Library Policies
• Resolution authorizing a contract for VOIP Services hardware and software
• Discussion of the Library Director's annual performance review process

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will open with a call to order and roll call, allow public comment, and approve consent‑agenda items with a single motion. Council members will then hear a presentation and discussion on the FY2026 budget preview requested by the Finance Department, followed by a city‑manager’s report and an executive session.

• Public comment period (individuals may email comments to cityblm.org)
• Consent agenda items approved with one motion
• Presentation and discussion on Housing Rehabilitation Programs
• Presentation and discussion on FY2026 Budget Preview (Finance Department)
• City Manager's Report

Cultural Commission

The commission will discuss upcoming 2025 shows and updates for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. Members will also meet with representatives from the City of Bloomington and the Town of Normal regarding the 2025 Arts and Health Fair.

• Discussion on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Arts and Health Fair with Jill Eichholz, Adam Fox, and Beth Whisman

Human Relations Commission

The regular session of the Bloomington Human Relations Commission scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. was cancelled. The commission will meet next on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. No agenda items were presented.

Liquor Commission

The Bloomington Liquor Commission will hold a public hearing on Green Top Grocery's application to change its liquor license from Class PAS to Class PAPS and to include an adjacent patio area. The commission will also review sanctions on TVEO Corporation (doing business as Eric's Too) for a minor‑sale violation. An old‑business report will address the resolution of a complaint against MCO QSR, Inc. (doing business as Froth & Fork). Public comment procedures are outlined for email and in‑person participation.

• Application from Green Top Grocery, d/b/a Green Top Grocery, 921 E. Washington St., to change license from Class PAS to Class PAPS and add patio area
• Review of sanctions on TVEO Corporation, d/b/a Eric's Too, 921 Maple Hill Rd., for selling alcohol to a minor
• Report of resolution of complaint against MCO QSR, Inc., d/b/a Froth & Fork, 712 S. Eldorado Rd.
• Public comment submission: email to [email protected] at least 15 minutes before, in‑person registration at cityblm.org/register at least 5 minutes before
• Consent agenda items approved with a single motion

City Council

The City Council will decide on filling the vacant Ward 2 seat and hold a public hearing regarding the 2025 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grants. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and a large payroll expenditure.

• Appointment of Michael Mosley to the Ward 2 Council seat
• Approval of bills and payroll totaling $8,567,018.74
• Construction engineering services for Hamilton Road Phase I with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $699,688
• HVAC rooftop unit replacement for Miller Park Zoo Rainforest Building with Wm. Masters, Inc. for $419,890
• FY 2025 Parking Lots and Trail Resurfacing Program agreement with H.J. Eppel & Co., Inc. for $384,731.50

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will meet to review several purchase requests for fire department equipment and insurance policies. The board will determine if these requests benefit the Fire Department.

• Purchase of 30 Streamlight Polytac 90 led right angle lights for $1,680.00
• Purchase of 4 Seek Thermal Imaging Fire PRO 300.2 units
• Purchase of Carhartt Jackets for interested members
• Approval of Crime Policy from Cincinnati Insurance
• Class A Uniform purchases by J. Buenrostro

Technology Commission

The commission will consider the consent agenda item to approve the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. It will also introduce new member Brandon Wheeler and receive a status update from its subcommittee. Public comment will be accepted according to the stated procedures. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of minutes for the April 23, 2024 meeting (consent agenda)
• Introduction of Brandon Wheeler to the Technology Commission
• Subcommittee status update

City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees

The City of Bloomington Township Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The board will also review financial statements and payment requests for January 2025.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for 30-day review period
• Certification of December 2024 Statement of Funds for General Town Administration, General Assistance, and Cemetery Funds
• Approval of January 27, 2025 General Town Fund Request for Payment

City Council

The Bloomington City Council regular session on Jan 27, 2025 includes public hearing items that allow individuals and groups to provide testimony on community matters. The council will also consider a consent agenda of routine approvals that will be enacted with a single motion. A key item is the approval of a $66,000 contract with Confluence for the Millers Park Master Plan, as requested by the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Public hearing items permitting individuals and groups to provide public testimony
• Consent agenda items to be approved with one motion as routine business
• Approval of a $12,431,897 contract requested by the Finance Department
• Approval of a $185,060.72 contract requested by the Police Department
• Approval of a $66,000 contract with Confluence for the Millers Park Master Plan

Fire Pension Board

The Fire Pension Board will review quarterly treasurer and investment reports. The board is also considering the election timeline for an active-duty member position and the retirement of Captain Mark Visintine.

• Approval of Captain Mark Visintine's retirement
• Proposed timeline for election of one active-duty board member (currently Carl Reeb)
• Financial Investment Report by Wall Capitol and Raymond James
• Discussion on audit services agreement with Bakertilly
• Report on 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increases

Special Commission for Safe Communities

The Special Commission for Safe Communities will consider approving the minutes of its October 24 2024 meeting. It will hear a presentation and discussion by the Bloomington Police Department on the current status of gun violence in the Bloomington‑Normal area. The commission will also review the 2024 Special Commission meetings and outline public‑comment and accessibility procedures before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the October 24 2024 Special Commission meeting
• Presentation and discussion by Bloomington Police Department on gun violence
• Review and discussion of the 2024 Special Commission for Safe Communities meetings
• Public comments must be emailed at least 15 minutes before the meeting start
• Individuals with disabilities must register at least 5 minutes before the meeting start

Public Safety & Community Relations Board

The Public Safety and Community Relations Board will vote to approve the minutes from its December 11, 2024 meeting. It will hear several presentations from the Bloomington Police Department, including updates on complaints, taser use, personnel training, recruitment statistics, and general department matters. The board will also consider future meeting dates, times, locations, and topics. Finally, it will recommend an ordinance to amend Chapter 35, Section 75 of the Bloomington City Code regarding the board’s composition.

• Approve minutes of the December 11, 2024 board meeting
• Police department presentation on complaints received
• Police department presentation on taser use report
• Proposal to amend City Code Chapter 35, Sec 75 on board composition
• Consideration of future meeting dates, times, location, and topics

Welcoming America Commission

The Welcoming America Commission will vote to appoint a Chairperson. Members will also discuss the process for Bloomington to obtain a formal Certified Welcoming designation and the establishment of Welcoming America Standards.

• Appointment of a Commission Chairperson
• Discussion on obtaining Certified Welcoming designation
• Discussion on establishing Welcoming America Standards
• Update on issues affecting the immigrant community
• Recap of Welcoming Week activities

Library Board of Trustees

The Bloomington Public Library Board will vote on several routine items, including approving the minutes from the 12/17/24 meeting and authorizing bills totaling $1,410,060.7. It will also waive the three‑quote requirement and authorize payment for a display accent table, approve appointments to the Library Foundation Board, and approve destruction of executive‑session recordings made before July 2023.

• Approve minutes of the Regular Bloomington Public Library Board meeting held 12/17/24
• Approve bills in the amount of $1,410,060.7
• Waive the three‑quote requirement and authorize payment for a display accent table to Demco
• Approve appointments to the Bloomington Public Library Foundation Board
• Approve destruction of executive‑session recordings prior to July 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold its regular meeting on January 21, 2025. The agenda includes a Recognition and Proclamation, a public comment period limited to 30 minutes, and consent agenda items that will be approved with one motion. The council will also hear presentations on recent community housing data and on potential housing incentives and initiatives.

• Recognition and Proclamation
• Public comment period not to exceed 30 minutes, each speaker up to 3 minutes
• Consent agenda items approved with a single motion
• Presentation and update on recent Community Housing Data (requested by Administration Department)
• Presentation and update on potential Housing Incentive and Initiatives

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review and approve the minutes from its December 18, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Joshua Jett to allow a sidewalk/driveway less than three feet from the side lot line at 2 Cedar Court (PIN 21‑17‑102‑015). The board will also consider special‑use permit applications for multi‑family dwellings in the R‑2 (Mixed Residence) district at 707 E. Empire Street (PIN 21‑04‑227‑004) and in the C‑1 (Office) district at 1312 E. Empire Street (PIN 14‑34‑480‑030). The meeting will conclude with new business and adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the December 18 2024 meeting
• Variance request by Joshua Jett for 2 Cedar Court (PIN 21‑17‑102‑015)
• Special Use Permit for Multi‑Family Dwellings by Christian Kazanowski at 707 E. Empire St (PIN 21‑04‑227‑004)
• Special Use Permit for Multi‑Family Dwellings by Holladay Property Service Midwest, Inc. at 1312 E. Empire St (PIN 14‑34‑480‑030)
• New Business and Adjournment

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Board will consider several actions at its special session. It will vote to approve the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes and review the Treasurer's Report. The board will discuss a request to purchase Carhart jackets for members. Finally, it will nominate and appoint individuals to the positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.

• Approve December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and act on the Treasurer's Report
• Consider purchase request for Carhart jackets for board members
• Nominate and appoint President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary of the Foreign Fire Insurance Board

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will hold public hearings on three liquor license classification changes or creations. The body will also hold first appearances for four businesses cited for selling alcohol to minors.

• DR McKays Bar and Grill (909 N. Hershey Rd.): Request to change from Class TAS to Class RAS license
• Green Top Grocery (921 E. Washington St.): Request to change from Class PAS to Class PAPS license
• Bidi Smoker (2303 E. Washington St.): Continued hearing on creation of Class PAS license
• Citations for selling alcohol to minors: Froth & Fork, Gill Street Sports Bar & Restaurant, Tony’s Tacos, and Eric's Too

City Council

The council will consider and act on multiple resolutions, including approval of bills and payroll totaling $21,089,463.35, purchase of two Horton ambulances for $763,220, and a contract with Anderson Electric, Inc. for $186,340. They will also consider a purchase from Rehri Pacific for $200,772 and a 2‑Year Agreement with NeoGov for $86,010.30. The meeting includes public hearing items and standard procedural business.

• Approve bills and payroll in the amount of $21,089,463.35
• Approve purchase of two Horton ambulances for $763,220
• Approve contract with Anderson Electric, Inc. for $186,340
• Approve purchase from Rehri Pacific for $200,772
• Consider 2‑Year Agreement with NeoGov for $86,010.30

Cultural Commission

The Cultural Commission will meet to discuss upcoming 2025 shows and updates for the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena. The body will also discuss 2025 Cultural Commission events.

• Approval of November 14, 2024, Special Cultural Commission Meeting minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Bloomington Center for Performing Arts upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Grossinger Motors Arena upcoming shows
• Discussion on 2025 Cultural Commission events

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to the city's Zoning Code for annexed properties. The body will also consider annexation agreements and zoning map amendments for two properties located at the terminus of Lutz Road.

• Text amendments to the Zoning Code regarding translation zoning for annexed properties
• Annexation and A (Agriculture) District zoning request by BBig Solar, LLC for 17.0 acres at the western terminus of Lutz Road
• Annexation and A (Agriculture) District zoning request by Trinity Lutheran Church for 4.57 acres at the northwestern terminus of Lutz Road