Each year the City Council approves a budget to fund City services such as Public Safety, Public Works, Parks and Recreation and more. There will be an opportunity to learn more about the 2026 priority-based budget process on Monday, August 18, 6:30 p.m., in the City Council Chambers at Civic Plaza, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road. Priority-based budgeting is a government finance best practice that helps Bloomington evaluate programs based on community needs, align resources with strategic priorities, improve transparency, and support data-driven decisions. Attendees will hear a presentation from Deputy Finance Officer Kari Carlson and have the opportunity to participate by providing feedback, then hear City Council discussion afterwards. Learn more at blm.mn/budget.
