Sidebar Widgets
Title
Bloomington Briefing newsletter
Banner
Sections
Published monthly, the award-winning Bloomington Briefing is mailed to all single-family households and businesses. The June issue includes two special inserts: the City's annual Corporate Report to the Community and Water Quality Report.
If you are interested in obtaining a back issue, contact the Communications Division.
- Kites and Bites is back
- Council considering earned sick and safe leave ordinance
- Mayor’s memo: Hope on the horizon
- Potential code amendments for accessory dwellings
- Why is the City proposing a local sales tax?
- Building and Inspections: Time-of-sale inspection Q&A
- Know the code: Parking ordinances
- One Bloomington: Strategic plan accomplishments
- Fire and Police celebrate National EMS Week
- Recognizing and remembering police
- Bloomington yesterday: Garden clubs “blooming”
- Join Bloomington Police for an open house
- Protect yourself from phone scams
- Earth Action Hero: GreenCorps member Jane Peuser
- Nine Mile Creek Watershed District offers habitat restoration grant
- Sign up for yard waste service
- Creekside plant exchange
- Garden tool swap and compost giveaway
- Bloomington Elementary Schools Art Show
- Artistry Presents “Memphis”
- Art exhibit: “What Will the Neighbors Think?”
- Medalist Concert Band presents “International Passport”
- Bloomington Chorale announces new director
- Bloomington Chorale presents “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”
- Sign up now for Summer Arts Camp
- Draft strategic plan to be reviewed by City Council this month
- Mayor’s memo Celebrating Bloomington’s volunteers
- Council seeks authority to ask voters for Bloomington sales tax
- At your service: Rebecca Ames
- Veterans memorial project progresses
- Bloomington’s historic cemetery
- City of Bloomington welcomes its next police chief
- In memoriam: Jon Oleson
- Earth Action Hero: Q & A with sustainability commissioners
- What’s inside your local pond
- Curbside organics recycling service has begun
- Attend a virtual organics workshop
- Golf season tees up
- Summer program registration is open
- New Glee Choir
- NOTEable Singers present: “What Happens When a Woman…”
- Meet the new assistant golf course manager
- Bloomington Police adds four hybrid vehicles to its fleet
- Honoring 911 dispatchers
- Bloomington Yesterday: A look back at Girl Scouts
- Bloomington Fire Department 75th Anniversary: The importance of fire training
- Community partners: Care and connection during the pandemic
- What can be included in curbside organics recycling
- A funding source to improve valued City facilities
- Mayor’s memo: City Council discussing sick and safe leave
- Property valuation notices on the way
- Curbside organics recycling now in Bloomington
- Time-of-sale energy disclosure ordinance takes effect next month
- Interim Police Chief Michael Hartley retires
- City recognized for public engagement in budget planning
- Bloomington Fire Department 75th Anniversary: Women in Fire
- See “Swan Lake” ballet
- Night at the Museum: BIG’s Annual Ice Show
- Make this summer an experience to remember
- A year in review: Housing and Redevelopment Authority
- 2022 Curbside Cleanup
- South Loop songbird comes in for a landing
- Community members, Council and City staff draft strategic plan
- Mayor’s memo: Energy disclosure ordinances will help City reach sustainability goals
- Understanding your property tax statement
- Bloomington Fire Department 75th anniversary: Fire trucks then and now
- Extra cheers for second annual Santa Cop
- Curbside organics recycling debuts next month
- 2022 Pioneers and changemakers
- Home Improvement Fair canceled
- Earth Action Hero: Kennedy Green Club
- Grants available for eco-friendly garden and landscape projects
- Keep ice and snow out of storm drains
- City jobs for 2022 summer season
- Art of the Grain exhibit features wood artists
- Luminary Night Hike
- Plan your Parks and Rec summer
- Have fun with Soccer Shots
- Resources to help you quit smoking
- Discover local trails all year long
- 2022 Curbside Cleanup
- Plant a tree and build the urban canopy
- Celebrating Bloomington Fire Department’s 75th anniversary
- Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together.
- Street renamed to honor former Mayor Winstead
- Mayor’s memo
- Jack Baloga bids farewell to Council
- What’s developing: Orange Line Bus Rapid Transit
- Council approves 2022 tax levy
- City selects new assistant public health administrator
- Earth Action Hero: City of Bloomington water resources
- Curbside organics recycling service coming in March
- Win $100 in an organics poster contest
- Christmas tree pickup
- Check out the Indoor Farmers Market
- Plan your Parks and Rec summer
- Book a park shelter
- Hidden gem: Running Park
- Get active at Creekside
- Visit the art galleries this month
- Kalopsia bench installed in South Loop
- Cultural Arts Support grant program calls for applicants
- “Snow” much fun at Winter Fete
- Register for Artistry winter programs
- Bloomington yesterday: Remembering school lunches
- Street safety improvements
- At your service: The heroes of winter
- Did you know?
- Donaldson recognized for support of veterans and military families
- Election results are in
- Mayor’s memo: Ranked choice voting debuts in Bloomington
- Residents gather to envision Bloomington’s future
- Just Deeds project progresses in Bloomington
- I-35W bridge complete
- Bloomington passes two energy-disclosure ordinances
- Oasis for Youth receives Omar Bonderud award
- Seeking 2022 Home Improvement Fair vendors
- Council to vote on final 2022 budget
- Recycle your Christmas tree
- Tips for extra recycling
- Fire Department open houses a success
- Space heater safety guide
- Holiday shopping safety tips
- Had close contact with someone with COVID-19?
- 2021-2022 Outdoor skating rinks and warming houses
- Winter Fete returns
- BIG ice skating shows
- BIG Skate School
- Holiday shows at Bloomington Center for the Arts
- Dwan Golf Course open house summary
- Shop Gifts in the Gallery
- Call for art!
- Snow safety 101
- Council to vote on final tax levy in December
- Mayor’s memo: Celebrate the holidays safely
- Welcoming a new assistant city manager
- Curbside organics recycling coming soon
- Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together.
- New resource center for small-business owners
- Join a board or commission
- Business survey results
- Earth action heroes: Park maintenance crew helps keep the city green
- Holiday garbage and recycling schedule
- How to reduce waste during the holidays
- Get rid of buckthorn
- Bloomington Yesterday: The first fire station
- Residents’ opinions about fire safety remain strong
- Bloomington Police holiday season toy drive
- Flu shot clinic
- Prepare foods safely
- Council adopts Park System Master Plan
- Linus the robot
- High school hockey games at BIG
- Waves of fun at BFAC
- Celebrating Bloomington’s newest mural
- City receives national and state communications awards
- Artistry’s 45th annual members’ juried art exhibition
- Call for art!
- Stay in the know: E-Subscribe updates
- Recognizing veterans
- Vote November 2
- Vote early or absentee
- Mayor’s memo: 2022 preliminary levy approved
- Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together.
- I-494 improvements coming 2023
- What’s developing? New project roundup
- Longtime public health leader retires
- Flu and COVID-19 vaccines
- Expo 2027
- Join the HRA commission
- Earth action heroes: Wild Ones
- Outdoor market open through October 23
- Improving the health of Oxboro Lake
- Only rain down the drain
- Creating community: Tod Pod
- Assistant city attorney receives All-Star award
- 2021 summer experience recap
- Continental Ballet annual Beer and Ballet fundraiser
- New art in South Loop
- A frightfully fun time for the whole family
- Bellinger recognized for service to parks
- Fare for All at Creekside
- Tools of the trade: Ladder truck
- Flu shot clinics
- Driving safely on three-lane roads
- Get to know your fire station
- River Rendezvous returns
- City begins community-based strategic planning
- Mayor’s memo: The 2022 budget process is underway
- City Council passes Just Deeds resolution
- Bloomington’s quality of life, drinking water earn praise in poll
- Ranked choice voting will be used this fall
- PA NAM Corp. to open North American headquarters in Bloomington
- Vote early or absentee
- Learn about local candidates
- Earth Action Heroes: Native prairie keepers
- How to control buckthorn
- Protect water: Adopt a storm drain
- Know your yard waste bag limit
- Where the martagon lilies grow
- In memoriam: Larry Granger
- Attend the Racial Equity Strategic Planning Committee showcase
- Made in the shade: Frog rests
- Old Cedar Avenue bridge: A week of celebration
- Plenty of options for ice time at BIG
- BIG wins big award
- Curtain rising at Schneider Theater
- Remodeling the Black Box Theater
- Find unique items at Creekside Boutique
- Don’t create opportunities for auto theft
- National Night Out a success
- COVID-19 vaccine myth busters
- Save the date: Fire station open houses
- Homeowner permit FAQ
- Bloomington yesterday: Thomas Burnett a hometown hero
- Enjoy art in She Presents and Towards Veracity
- See exhibit Beyond First Impressions
- Songbird finds home in South Loop
- Celebrate new mural at sunset block party
- Bloomington’s first taproom opening
- Mayor’s memo: We’re on our way back
- American Rescue Plan funding update
- Knocking on doors to boost vaccinations
- Veterans’ memorial makes progress
- Learn about the City’s 2022 budget
- Bloomington welcomes next City Clerk
- City Council working on community-based strategic planning
- Meet Nick Kelley
- Ranked choice voting coming soon
- Getting ready for a meadow lawn
- Curbside organics recycling
- What to do about jumping worms
- Organics drop-off sites
- Tips for watering wisely
- At your service: Farmers Market Coordinator Kari Ramstrom
- State figure skating championships coming to BIG
- Bloomington Yesterday: The beginnings of Hyland Park
- Don’t miss Midweek Music and Market
- Step back in time at River Rendezvous
- Bloomington students show they care with 1,000 paper cranes
- Nominations for Human Rights Award open
- JumpStart 2 School provides school supplies
- Let’s talk Bloomington
- Yoga classes returning to Creekside
- Celebrate Pride
- Lock it, don’t lose it
- New Fire Station 4
- Have safe recreational fires
- Give blood, save lives
- Prevent catalytic converter theft
- New South Loop Mural taking shape
- Creative Spark sculptures coming to South Loop
- Bloomington Cultural Arts Support grants benefit community
- Take another look at prairies through photography exhibit
- Chorale resuming in-person rehearsals
- Ranked choice voting begins this fall
- Mayor’s memo: HRA considers entire housing continuum in strategic plan
- New tobacco ordinance for Bloomington
- At your service: Budget Manager Kari Carlson
- Bloomington has a big year for new development
- Council considering sick and safe leave ordinance
- Let’s Talk Bloomington projects: July, 2021
- City welcomes new ice garden manager
- Hayden Grove provides options for seniors
- Earth action heroes: Community gardeners Dave and Marceil Shaughnessy
- Community garden plots offered
- Only rain down the storm drain
- Keep away from algae
- Stopping sewer system slayers
- Permits required for driveway work
- New Fire Station 4 planning underway
- Bloomington Aquatic Center open for fun
- Arts in the Parks date changes
- Become a lifeguard
- Project P.L.A.Y. receives award of excellence
- Sign up for a fall sports league
- Enjoy open skating at BIG
- Farmers Market offers food and fun
- Call for Parks, Arts and Recreation award nominations
- Notable neighbor: Buddy Rocketman Michaelson
- New artboxes coming to South Loop
- Bloomington yesterday: Hotel Sofitel
- See botanical art exhibit
- Park System Master Plan slated for approval
- Giving tribute to LGBTQ+ pride
- Conversion therapy ordinance adopted
- Mike Perron named officer of the year
- Artistry planning to resume live programming
- Learn how to create videos in Teen Video Boot Camp
- Save your vaccine card
- Learn to lead in the Bloomington Leadership Program
- Older adult home and health assistance available
- Interested in homeownership?
- Natural resource restoration underway in river valley
- Carp study and harvest at Normandale Lake
- Keep goldfish out of waterbodies
- Gateway Development District progress
- Maintaining City streets
- Join a City commission or board
- Park System Master Plan framework underway
- Ranked choice voting takes effect in the 2021 election
- City welcomes new community development director
- City partners on business survey
- Earth action hero: John Jaimez
- Removing ash trees with Emerald Ash Borer
- Ecosystem enhancement projects planned for summer
- Yard waste services
- Curbside organics
- Celebrating Pride month in June
- COVID-19 guidelines for outdoor recreation
- Pedestrian safety tips
- Submit veteran photos
- Ensuring equal access to City services
- Notable Neighbors: Mary and Mark Schwartz
- How to protect yourself from carjacking
- Recognizing and remembering police
- Bloomington Police debut data dashboard
- At your service: Jason Raabe
- Tennis anyone? Sign up for City leagues
- Make waves with your workout at BFAC
- Swimming safely and socially distant at BFAC
- Artist spotlight: Christopher E. Harrison
- Tour South Loop art with free app
- Bloomington yesterday: Met Center sign
- Experience Urban Abstract exhibit
- Enjoy new and updated trail areas
- Planning for the future of Bloomington parks
- Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Week
- At your service: Barb Wolff
- The making of a COVID-19 vaccine clinic
- Recognizing Bloomington Public Health staff
- Bob Carr retiring from BIG
- Spring opening at Dwan Golf Course
- Earth action heroes: Goats gobble up buckthorn
- Help Bloomington celebrate Earth Day
- Going from turf grass to meadow lawns
- New yard waste bag limits and FAQ
- 2021 Bloomington summer experience
- Continental Ballet classes offered
- Hyland Greens changes
- Crime prevention coordinator receives award for excellence
- Recognizing 911 dispatchers
- Have safe recreational fires
- Notable neighbor: Imam Mohamed Omar
- Consider pool and fence requirements
- Enjoy Bloomington parks
- COVID-19 vaccinations underway at the City
- Why it is important to get vaccinated
- Curbing COVID-19 fatigue
- Motor Vehicle service options nearby
- Development in South Loop for seniors
- Property valuation notices on the way
- At your service: Danielle Birkhofer
- Council invests in neighborhoods
- City awards grants to local nonprofits
- Parks and Rec program sign-up opens April
- A snowy scene
- Earth action hero: Katrina Moberg
- Prevent spring flooding around your home
- Artistry presents Unfurled art exhibit
- Park System Master Plan reviewed
- When to wear a mask outdoors
- We want to hear from you
- Changes coming to Curbside Cleanup in 2022
- Creative Sparks applications due in March
- Creekside set to reopen in 2021
- Rental assistance during COVID-19
- Traffic projects finishing at I-35W and 106th Street
- Chief Potts retires
- Save the date: 2021 State of the City
- Earth action hero: Clara von Dohlen
- Keep storm drains free of ice and snow
- How organics recycling becomes compost
- Organics recycling at City facilities
- Virtual home energy visits available
- Grants available for eco-friendly garden and landscape projects
- Vaccine for COVID-19 coming to Bloomington
- Remembering friends and family lost to COVID-19
- Stay vigilant to curb COVID-19 in the community
- How to care for cloth face masks
- COVID-19 dashboard improved
- Bloomington yesterday
- What to do during a traffic stop
- Calling all seniors 55 and up!
- Free tax prep help
- Loaves and Fishes has a new location
- Bloomington pioneers and changemakers