Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, June 15, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Human Rights Commission

952-563-8501
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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
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Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, May 18, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
  • +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
  • Access code: TBA

Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, April 20, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
  • +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
  • Access code: TBA

Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, March 16, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • Event link (TBA)
  • Event number: TBA
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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
  • +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
  • Access code: TBA

Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, February 16, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
  • +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
  • Access code: TBA

Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Human Rights Commission meeting

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Tuesday, January 19, 2027 - 5:30–7:30 p.m.

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Some members of the Human Rights Commission may participate electronically as permitted by law. Members of the public may attend in person or watch/listen electronically.

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  • Event link (TBA)
  • Event number: TBA
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  • +1-312-535-8110 United States toll (Chicago)
  • +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
  • Access code: TBA

Visit the City'sagenda management system to view the agenda, staff reports and other documents related to this meeting.

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City Council, HRA, Planning, Sustainability, Port Authority Concurrent Meeting

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City Council, HRA, Planning, Sustainability, Port Authority Concurrent Meeting

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 6:30–8:30 p.m.

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City Council Office

952-563-8782

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

952-563-8937

Planning Division

952-563-8920

Sustainability

952-563-4862

Port Authority

952-563-8873
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Bloomington Civic Plaza
City Council/HRA/Planning/Sustainability/Port Authority
1800 W Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431
Council Chambers

As permitted by MS 13D.02, some members and presenters may participate remotely and electronically. Members of the public may attend in person or watch the meeting via the City's YouTube channel: blm.mn/YouTube.

Meeting agenda and documents are available at blm.mn/meetings.

Neighborhood Watch Annual Event

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Neighborhood Watch Annual Event

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Saturday, February 28, 2026 - 9–11 a.m.

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952-563-4900
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Neighborhood Watch is about more than suspicious activity—it’s about people. This program brings neighbors together to look out for one another’s well-being, recognize when someone may be struggling, and know how to respond with care.

This years Neighborhood Watch event theme is Mental Health Matters. Learn about the free mental health and crisis response services offered to Bloomington residents by the Brain Health team.

Additionally, hear how the Bloomington Police Department provides compassionate support and hope to individuals and families impacted by suicide through a first of it's kind in Minnesota, LOSS (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) Team.

What you'll learn:

  • What the Brain Health team does and the services they provide
  • What the LOSS Team does and how they support our community
  • Upcoming events and a time to get questions answered

*Note the new location this year

FREE event. Open to all. No registration required. 

Coffee and a light refreshment will be provided. 

Bloomington Event Center
Grand Hall

Open Gym at Substance

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Open Gym at Substance

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Starts Saturday, February 14, 2026 - 3–6 p.m.

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Parks and Recreation Department

952-563-8877
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Stay active, connect and belong at the weekly Substance Open Gym! 

Available Saturdays 3 – 6 p.m. at Substance Gym, Open Gym gives community members of all ages a fun, flexible space to stay active and connect. 

What Is Open Gym?

Open Gym is designed for casual, unstructured play in a relaxed environment where participants can:

  • Shoot around
  • Practice skills
  • Stay active
  • Play informally with friends
  • Move at their own pace

There are no scheduled games, leagues or team matchups during Open Gym. It's an open space for fun and activity.

Program Details

  • Where: Substance Gym, 6900 W. 115th St.
  • When: Saturdays, 3 - 6 p.m.
    • March 28, 2026: No Open Gym
  • Who: All ages
    • Youth under 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. 
  • Fee: $5 per participant per visit. 
    • Maximum per family: $20 per visit.
  • Registration: Not required.
    • Signed liability waiver required for entry.

Questions? Contact Parks and Recreation at 952-563-8877, MN Relay 711 or parksrec@bloomingtonmn.gov 

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Call for Letters of Interest: Emergency Rental Assistance Distribution

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The Bloomington Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) is seeking Letters of Interest (LOIs) from qualified nonprofit organizations interested in administering Emergency Rental Assistance using Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) funds from the State of Minnesota.

Purpose

The purpose of this funding is to provide short-term emergency rental assistance to income-eligible households experiencing housing instability.

Eligible Applicants

  • Nonprofit organizations in good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State that have managed emergency rental assistance funding in the last 3 years.
  • Must have the capacity to manage public funds, comply with State requirements, and report on program outcomes.
  • Priority will go to organizations that have been awarded previous Federal, State, or Local funding, and/or that are able to deploy funds quickly into the community.

Guidelines

State funds are restricted to households making 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) with a priority for households at or below 50% AMI. Households must be located within Bloomington.

2025 income limits by household size

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50% of AMI$46,350$53,000$59,600$66,200$71,500$76,800$82,100$87,400
80% of AMI$72,950$83,400$93,800$104,200$112,550$120,900$129,250$137,550

Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Funds for up to 3 months of late rent can be distributed per family, and up to 6 in certain extenuating circumstances. Up to 15% of awarded funds can be used for navigation and service delivery. Administrative costs are not eligible.

Final program design and funding amounts will be determined in coordination with the selected organization(s). Payments will be issued on a reimbursement basis. All backup documentation must be submitted with each payment request. Funding will be subject to oversight and monitoring.

Letter of Interest Requirements

Letters should be no more than 2 pages and include:

  • Primary contact information.
  • A brief description of the organization’s experience administering emergency rental assistance in the past 3 years.
  • A bulleted list of Federal, State, Local, or other public funds awarded to the organization in the last 3 years and their use.
  • Approximate timeline from contract execution to being able to distribute funds.
  • An estimated number of households the organization would be able to serve in a 30-day period if funds were available.

Program guidelines should be attached to the Letter of Interest (e.g. required documentation, screening process, etc.).

Timeline

  • LOIs Due: Sunday, February 8, 2026
  • Anticipated Selection Notification: February 11, 2026
  • Program Start: Upon contracting

Submission Instructions

Letters should be emailed to Sarah Abe, HRA Administrator, at seabe@bloomingtonmn.gov with the subject line: LOI – Emergency Rental Assistance ORGANIZATION NAME.

Questions

Questions regarding this call may be directed to: Sarah Abe, HRA Administrator seabe@bloomingtonmn.gov; 612-523-5662

The HRA reserves the right to request additional information, negotiate program details, and select one or more organizations based on community need and organizational capacity. Submission of a Letter of Interest does not guarantee funding.

We appreciate your interest in supporting housing stability for residents in our community.

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