September 28, 2026 Bloomington City Council Meeting

The City of Bloomington, Minnesota City Council held a meeting on September 28, 2026, which included several procurement-related and policy discussions. The council approved multiple ordinances and amendments related to zoning, including permitting sports training facilities such as dance studios in the FD2 zoning district, and updated regulations for car detailing businesses. They also approved cleanup and minor policy updates to the city code, addressing issues like odor control for cannabis businesses and tree preservation standards for new housing types. Additionally, the council discussed a street name change effective after the November 2026 election and approved donations supporting community programs. A significant agenda item was a presentation by CenterPoint Energy on a network geothermal system pilot project in Bloomington, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through renewable energy for heating and cooling. The council encouraged public engagement with the pilot and discussed future sustainability initiatives. No contract awards or specific procurement contracts were detailed, but the meeting included policy decisions that could influence future vendor opportunities in energy and zoning-related services.