Bloomington Utilities Service Board, June 29, 2026

The Bloomington Utilities Service Board met on June 29, 2026, to discuss and approve various procurement and contracting matters related to the city's water and wastewater services. Key procurement actions included approval of claims totaling over $581,000, utility bills, wire transfers, and customer refunds. The board approved service agreements with Thrasher Landscape, Inc. for landscaping and parking lot repairs, Troy Risk, Inc. for environmental site assessment, and IvyTech for CDL training programs for city employees for the 2025-2027 period. Additionally, a contract with Wesler Engineering was approved for the first phase of a five-phase SCADA system upgrade involving PLC replacements and cellular system installations. An extension to the Lane Christensen Company service agreement was also approved without cost changes. The board designated surplus property for disposal or sale and discussed credit card fee challenges related to bulk water sales. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, budget expenditures, and operational improvements to support sustainable utility services.