Bloomington Board of Public Works, March 10, 2026

The City of Bloomington Board of Public Works held a meeting on March 10, 2026, focusing on several procurement and contract-related matters. Key agenda items included approval of contract amendments and new agreements with REA for engineering services, including an amendment increasing the contract amount by $441,436 and a consulting agreement for downtown curb ramps design services valued at $271,490. The board also approved multiple right-of-way closure requests related to utility and construction projects by Centerpoint Energy, FA Wilhelm, Highdecker Wheat Lake Company, and Duke Energy, with discussions emphasizing coordination with local schools and transit to minimize disruption. Additionally, the board approved change orders for the Hopewell East construction contract and accepted a public improvement bond for Renwick phase 3. The meeting concluded with approval of claims totaling $2,481,592.50. Public comments addressed pedestrian safety concerns related to sidewalk closures, and board members noted efforts to limit project impacts and maintain pedestrian access where possible.