State of the City || Mayor Brady || 2026

The City of Bloomington, Illinois, held its State of the City address on May 4, 2026, led by Mayor Brady. The mayor highlighted key municipal initiatives and budget allocations, focusing on housing, water infrastructure, roads, public safety, and community development. Significant procurement-related details included a $5.3 million street maintenance budget with $750,000 allocated for an additional public works crew, and a total of $16.6 million budgeted for roads and sidewalks in 2027. Public safety funding increased to $69.6 million with an additional $2.4 million for capital projects related to police and fire stations, including hiring two new firefighters. The city is also pursuing federal funding for water infrastructure projects such as a standalone water tower and sewer improvements. Policy changes to zoning and housing regulations were noted to support affordable housing development. The mayor emphasized ongoing partnerships with state and federal representatives to secure funding and support for these projects.