21 Dec 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Busse provides a review on listening sessions, discusses part-time pay wages and the council vacancy.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
14 Dec 2022
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse discusses development proposals at 700 American Boulevard West, consideration amending the spending plan for tax increments from the Mall of America TIF Districts and THC sales and regulation.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
7 Dec 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse discusses the approval of the 2023 property tax levy and general fund budget, the expansion of Gyropolis and offers condolences on the shooting in Bloomington.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
16 Nov 2022
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Busse provides an update on the Oxboro Heights Development Project, a proclamation in honor of small businesses and a congratulations to the latest Bloomington Leadership Program graduates.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
9 Nov 2022
A Veterans Day message from Mayor Tim Busse as Bloomington veterans come to pick up their goodie bags, an annual tradition coordinated by Community Outreach and Engagement.
- 1 participant
- 3 minutes
2 Nov 2022
Mayor Tim Busse takes us to the Bloomington Police Department’s Behavior Recognition Ceremony and the ribbon cutting of SICK Sensors. He also shares a reminder about Election Day.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
26 Oct 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Busse explains the Council’s decision to vote down a proposal to provide Artistry a loan and the latest on the City’s 2023 budget, and honors Native American Heritage Month.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
19 Oct 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the latest discussion regarding City financial support of Artistry, plus an overview of a visit from the Bureau of International Expositions as the United States looks to call Bloomington the host city of Expo 2027.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
5 Oct 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse provides updates on a grant that will allow the Bloomington Fire Department to hire 18 new full-time positions and the Oxboro Heights development, which will provide affordable housing for seniors. He also gives thanks to those serving as election judges and a recap of the joint City Council and School Board meeting.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
21 Sep 2022
Mayor Tim Busse is joined by Assistant Maintenance Superintendent Dave Hanson to talk about the City’s Natural Resources Prioritization Plan.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
14 Sep 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Busse shares the preliminary tax levy approved by Council on Monday, plus explains some changes coming to the Bloomington HRA and Port Authority.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
7 Sep 2022
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the proposed Bloomington Sales Tax, including survey results with feedback from Bloomington residents.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
31 Aug 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of Monday’s Council meeting including a proclamation in honor of Tony Oliva, an update on the Burnsville landfill expansion and a message ahead of Suicide Prevention Month.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
24 Aug 2022
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse discusses Monday’s special City Council meeting where councilmembers and staff discussed the 2023 preliminary tax levy and general fund budget.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
10 Aug 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the ranked choice voting petition, crime stats in the city and a townhome development proposal at 86th and Penn.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
3 Aug 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of National Night Out, the City’s testimony at the Burnsville Planning Commission meeting regarding the proposed landfill expansion plus, Bloomington is recognized as one of the most livable cities in the U.S.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
20 Jul 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse explains the legal process and next steps after receiving a petition from a group opposed to ranked choice voting. Plus, he explains the strategic priorities fund.
- 1 participant
- 10 minutes
13 Jul 2022
Mayor Tim Busse meets with Minnesota USA Expo CEO and President John Stanoch. They discuss Minnesota’s bid to host Expo 2027, potential economic impact and next steps.
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes
29 Jun 2022
Councilmember Jenna Carter fills in for Mayor Tim Busse this week. She provides a recap of Monday’s Council Meeting, including a recent assessment of the HRA, check-ins with the City’s Racial Equity Actions Teams and an award the City received for its sustainability efforts.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
8 Jun 2022
Mayor Tim Busse talks about the City’s Earned Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance and funding for the 2022 Cultural Arts Support Program that were approved by Council. Plus, a proclamation recognizing and supporting LGBTQIA community members.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
25 May 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of the Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau’s presentation on hospitality to the City Council and delivers a Memorial Day message to the community.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
18 May 2022
Mayor Tim Busse discusses the future of the Bloomington Fire Department, including short-term and long-term staffing solutions. Plus, a shoutout to Public Works staff.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
11 May 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on two City of Bloomington proclamations -Respect for Law Week, and National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day. He also delivers an invitation to BPD’s open house on May 21.
- 1 participant
- 4 minutes
27 Apr 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the City’s new community-based strategic plan adopted by the City Council, steps to allow food trucks to operate more easily in Bloomington and an invitation to BPD’s open house on May 21.
- 5 participants
- 8 minutes
20 Apr 2022
In honor of Earth Day, Mayor Tim Busse talks about sustainability initiatives happening in the City, including curbside organics, new hybrid patrol vehicles for the BPD and a thank you to those working to make the community a greener place.
- 1 participant
- 6 minutes
13 Apr 2022
Mayor Tim Busse congratulates Police Chief Booker T. Hodges who was sworn in Monday night, shares one neighborhood’s traffic calming efforts and explains the value increases for Bloomington properties.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
30 Mar 2022
Mayor Tim Busse explains changes to make public comment periods more engaging, thanks staff ahead of Public Health Week and talks about the new Bird scooters coming to the city.
- 5 participants
- 11 minutes
23 Mar 2022
Mayor Tim Busse congratulates nine new police officers sworn in at Monday’s City Council meeting, provides an update on a potential ordinance that would make it easier for food trucks to operate in the city and explains the value increases for Bloomington properties.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
9 Mar 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse explains how census data is used for redistricting, and highlights redevelopment at 8200 Humboldt Avenue and the proposed 2022 work plan of the Parks, Arts and Recreation Commission.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
2 Mar 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of a recent visit to Expo 2020 Dubai to advance the bid for Bloomington to host in 2027 and learn more about the operations. Plus, a recognition of this year’s Bloomington Pioneers and Changemakers and a call to work with Parks and Recreation this summer.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
16 Feb 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of Monday’s Council meeting, including a discussion about residential development standards, how boards and commission appointments are made using an updated and improved process, and a welcome to the City’s new Chief of Police.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
9 Feb 2022
Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of Monday’s City Council meeting including the passing of two ordinances: one that regulates targeted residential picketing and another regarding the City’s Time of Sale Inspection process.
- 1 participant
- 10 minutes
12 Jan 2022
In this episode of Council Minute Mayor Busse explains how a possible local option sales tax would work and provides a recap of a public safety meeting held Monday with leaders from across the state.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
5 Jan 2022
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse addresses the shooting at MOA on New Year’s Eve, and explains the latest on the City’s Sick and Safe Leave Policy, and the 2022 work plan proposed by the Planning Commission.
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- 8 minutes
