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Updated: September 24 -
Did you know Mall of America Transit Station ranks as a top transportation hub statewide? Learn more » -
Updated: September 24 -
Bloomington residents are feeling good about their safety and the economy, according to The National Citizen Survey™. Learn more » -
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Updated: September 24 -
In the General Election Tuesday, November 5, voters will decide whether to remove a section of the City Charter that regulates intoxicating liquor. Learn more » -
Updated: September 24 -
At nearly 50 acres, it’s hard to miss Dred Scott Playfield. Many a baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball and tennis game has been played there. Learn more » -
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Updated: September 18 -
Bloomington voters will soon decide whether to remove a section of the City Charter that regulates intoxicating liquor. Learn more » -
Updated: September 10 -
At 225,000 square feet, the proposed $150 - $200 million water park project in South Loop would be one of the largest indoor water parks in North America. The West Edmonton Mall (WEM) in Canada (which was a model for MOA and is also owned by Triple Five) has a 215,000-square foot, integrated and attached water park that brings in more than 500,000 users annually. The water park adds to the vibrancy and resiliency of the WEM. Not only does the WEM water park have slides and other rides, its large wave pool hosts evening beach parties and surfing leagues (even in the colder months), allowing for greater use of the venue. Learn more » -
Updated: September 10 -
The City is set to transform the Lyndale Avenue corridor from an auto-oriented, aging thoroughfare into a series of walkable neighborhood centers. Learn more » -
Updated: September 06 -
In May 2018, the City Council approved an energy action plan for Bloomington that sets community-wide goals to reduce greenhouse emissions from energy use. Learn more »