20 Sep 2023
Attend the City’s annual recycling drop-off event on September 30, learn about an award the City received for its efforts at increasing housing affordability and access, plus a recap of the Creekside Community Center open house.
- 5 participants
- 6 minutes
13 Sep 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Councilmember Lona Dallessandro fills in for Mayor Tim Busse. She shares information on economic development in Bloomington, the City’s 2024 budget and elections plus, an invitation to participate in Welcoming Week and a congratulations to all who helped make the 3rd annual Bloomington Pride a success.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
6 Sep 2023
Early voting starts September 22. Learn what you need to know about voting in Bloomington and more about free business consulting available through Hennepin County in The BUZZ this week.
- 1 participant
- 3 minutes
6 Sep 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse discusses school resource officers in Bloomington, economic development and answers your questions about Bloomington Forward, centered around the proposed community health and wellness center.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
30 Aug 2023
Celebrate the third annual Bloomington Pride on Sunday, September 10, and mark your calendars for the Creekside Community Center Open House on Thursday, September 14.
- 1 participant
- 2 minutes
30 Aug 2023
Bloomington Public Health and Police join Mayor Tim Busse to talk about the opioid crisis ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day, plus your questions about Bloomington Forward answered, including what the tax rate would be depending on how many questions are approved, the impact on Bloomington residents and businesses and when the sales tax would be implemented.
- 3 participants
- 10 minutes
23 Aug 2023
Where to review the three Bloomington Forward referendum questions ahead of the November Election, students from Ukraine visit Bloomington and a reminder that Bloomington Pride is Sunday, September 10.
- 7 participants
- 6 minutes
23 Aug 2023
Mayor Tim Busse gives an update on the Council’s discussion Monday night about the proposed 2024 City budget and preliminary tax levy plus, your questions about Bloomington Forward and how the sales tax would work are answered.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
16 Aug 2023
A new mural in the South Loop pays tribute to Bloomington’s history, the City gets a visit from its Sister City, Izumi, Japan and Omar Bonderud applications are now open.
- 6 participants
- 5 minutes
16 Aug 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Sister City partnership between Bloomington and Izumi, Japan, gives an overview of solar project recommendations and answers a few of your questions about Bloomington Forward, specifically Nine Mile Creek.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
9 Aug 2023
The first group of Bloom in Bloomington interns graduate, National Night Out brings neighborhoods together and a program through the MPLS Regional Chamber draws educators to Civic Plaza.
- 8 participants
- 5 minutes
9 Aug 2023
Mayor Tim Busse talks about park projects in the city including parking lot resurfacing at Dred Scott, previews the upcoming Baby Gear Swap Event and congratulates the first group of Bloom in Bloomington interns.
- 7 participants
- 8 minutes
2 Aug 2023
Attend a job fair for older adults at Creekside Community Center, Welcoming Wednesdays connects entrepreneurs with resources and some fun summer events to mark on your calendars.
- 3 participants
- 3 minutes
2 Aug 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse discusses the second development phase at the SICK Sensors headquarters, thanks everyone who participated in National Night Out and previews future discussions about recreational marijuana and how changes to state law might impact Bloomington.
- 1 participant
- 6 minutes
26 Jul 2023
Sealcoating will be taking place across Bloomington, plans for the City’s Small Business Center continue to take shape and an older adult job fair will be held at Creekside Community Center in August.
- 3 participants
- 3 minutes
26 Jul 2023
Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the City’s strategic plan Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together., shares a new partnership between the Army Reserves and the Bloomington Police Department and encourages you to enjoy all of the summer fun the City has to offer.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
19 Jul 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse discusses Bloomington Forward, the proposal to invest in three major community projects using a local options sales tax, reviews current and future road construction projects and extends an invitation to National Night Out.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
12 Jul 2023
How to file as candidate for City Council and serve as an election judge and don’t forget to register for National Night Out.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
14 Jun 2023
The City wants to hear your ideas and priorities on how tax dollars should be spent as it plans the 2024 budget, plus Bloomington Pride partners with Twin Cities Pride for the next celebration on September 10.
- 3 participants
- 4 minutes
14 Jun 2023
A decision on Expo 2027 is coming from the Bureau of International Expositions in one week. Mayor Tim Busse talks about the process. Plus, he comments on the property acquisition of the Marriott Hotel along I-494.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
7 Jun 2023
Don’t miss the start of the Farmers Market, opening of the Bloomington Family Aquatic Center and the Kites and Bites Festival, all happening June 10.
- 2 participants
- 3 minutes
7 Jun 2023
On Monday, June 19, the City of Bloomington will host its first-ever Juneteenth event at Kennedy High School Activities Field, 150 E. 98th Street with community partners. Mayor Tim Busse and Pastor Sam Nero, one of the event coordinators, discuss the event details and invite you to join the event from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
31 May 2023
Learn more about how the City is considering lowering speed limits to keep neighborhoods safe, plus June means the start of some beloved outdoor music festivals from Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
- 3 participants
- 4 minutes
25 May 2023
On May 20 Bloomington Police and Public Works both hosted open houses. It was a chance for folks from the community to get a behind-the-scenes look at City services and have some fun.
- 7 participants
- 3 minutes
25 May 2023
Good weather means construction season, what you need to know about projects happening in Bloomington. Plus, the City’s new internship program Bloom in Bloomington kicks off!
- 3 participants
- 4 minutes
25 May 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse explains zoning changes approved by the City Council designed to create more opportunities for affordable homeownership. Plus, an update on public safety and how the state’s 2023 legislative session impacts Bloomington.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
17 May 2023
Get a preview of the I-494 reconstruction project, the Bloomington Police Department honors Peace Officers Memorial Week and a look at the Bloomington Elementary Schools Art Show in the Atrium Gallery.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
17 May 2023
In this week’s Council Minute Mayor Tim Busse explains the connection between a recent national security forum he attended at the Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama and Bloomington. Plus, an invitation to the Public Works and Bloomington Police Department Open Houses on Saturday, May 20.
- 1 participant
- 7 minutes
10 May 2023
The Bloomington Fire Department recently hired 20 full-time firefighters as it starts to transition from a primarily paid on-call department. Meet some of the firefighters and learn about their intense 4-week training to help keep Bloomington residents and guests safe.
- 7 participants
- 5 minutes
10 May 2023
Help fight invasive species and participate in the City’s garlic mustard pull, learn more about No Mow May and Bloomington Public Schools raises thousands of pounds of food for VEAP.
- 1 participant
- 3 minutes
3 May 2023
Help pollinators by participating in No Mow May and learn about the mobile health hub’s roll out during an open house at Bloomington Public Health.
- 4 participants
- 6 minutes
3 May 2023
Mayor Tim Busse provides an update on the City’s efforts to create more affordable homeownership opportunities in Bloomington, presents how he and City Manager Jamie Verbrugge promoted Expo 2027 at the Cities Summit of the Americas and, sends a reminder to support local during Small Business Week.
- 1 participant
- 9 minutes
3 May 2023
On April 18, the Small Business Development Center advisory committee met for the final time to reflect on and celebrate their hard work, reveal the designs for the Center, and look forward to the future with construction starting later this year.
- 8 participants
- 5 minutes
19 Apr 2023
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse welcomes the new full-time firefighters who were sworn in at the Council meeting on Monday, provides information on changes made to the way the City administers ranked choice voting, and gives an update on the City’s new strategic plan Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
17 Apr 2023
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. is the City of Bloomington’s new five-year strategic plan. Hear from staff about the three key priorities that will guide our work over the next five years: A Connected, Welcoming Community, a Healthy Community, and a Community with Equitable Economic Growth. Learn more and explore the community dashboard at blm.mn/btt.
- 6 participants
- 6 minutes
5 Apr 2023
Attend the mayor’s recap of the State of the City at Creekside Community Center, join community conversations about a variety of City projects and hear about musical groups from across Bloomington band together for an upcoming performance at Orchestra Hall.
- 6 participants
- 7 minutes
5 Apr 2023
In this week’s Council Minute, Mayor Tim Busse provides a recap of a recent symposium held in Paris to further Minnesota’s bid to host Expo 2027, gives a recap of the annual assessment report and reminds you of Curbside Cleanup alternatives in 2023.
- 1 participant
- 8 minutes
