May 18, 2026 Bloomington City Council Meeting

The City of Bloomington, Minnesota City Council held a meeting on May 18, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. The council approved a resolution awarding the sale of general obligation sewer revenue bonds series 2026 C, totaling $20.3 million, to fund the North Central Sanitary Sewer Project. The bonds received a AAA rating and were sold to JP Morgan with a 20-year term at an interest rate of 3.93%. Additionally, the council held a public hearing and subsequently approved ordinances amending franchise fees for Centerpoint Energy and Excel Energy, which will impact utility service charges within the city. The meeting also covered a rezoning ordinance for 8030 Old Cedar Avenue South to allow retail use in an office building, which was approved. An update on the fire department’s staffing, response performance, and capital improvement plans was provided, highlighting ongoing efforts to build a full-time fire department and renovate fire stations. The council discussed the importance of public works and recognized Public Works Week. No other procurement actions or contract awards were noted during the meeting.