The City of Bloomington's council adopted the 2026 budget and tax levy, focusing heavily on public safety investments, including a new staffing model for the fire department and continued police funding. The approved levy increase was set at 6.9%, significantly lower than the initially proposed 17.92%, balancing resident concerns with service needs. Additionally, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) highlighted its diverse funding sources, including federal grants and local taxes, supporting programs from homelessness assistance to affordable housing development. The council also discussed the 2026 legislative platform emphasizing infrastructure projects like the north central sanitary sewer and road corridor improvements, aligning with the city's strategic goals of equity, sustainability, and economic prosperity.

Council Minute December 17