City of Bloomington, IL

 (Part 2 of 2) 🌳 For Parks & Recreation Month, we asked staff members and participants how Bloomington Parks & Recreation has given them a sense of belonging. Here's what they had to say... #BloomingtonParks #ParksandRecMonth #WhereYouBelong

On July 22, 2024, the City of Bloomington, IL Council established the Downtown TIF District which includes properties located in and around Downtown Bloomington. This TIF District is intended to support redevelopment efforts of multiple vacant buildings and properties, induce development interest in the area, and support the Downtown for Everyone Streetscape project. To learn more about the new Downtown TIF District, review the Redevelopment Plan, and view the map, visit https://lnkd.in/gdfuiDBN #Redevelopment #TIF #EconomicDevelopment

🌳 July is National Parks & Recreation Month! Bloomington Parks & Rec wouldn’t be the wonderful resource it is for the community without our incredible staff! We are so grateful for the team we’ve built and the passion driving their work forward daily. #BloomingtonParks #WhereYouBelong

✨ The perfect team building exercise... Yoga at the Zoo! Join the fun with Miller Park Zoo and Universe Yoga and Healing for a yoga session at the Zoo on Sat., Aug. 3, 8:30-9:30 AM! ⭐ Register now for FlexZOObility via the link: https://shorturl.at/Z0nwq

 (Part 1) 🌳 July is Parks & Recreation Month, we asked staff members and participants how Bloomington Parks & Recreation has given them a sense of belonging. Here's what they had to say... . #BloomingtonParks #ParksandRecMonth #WhereYouBelong

😎 Parks & Rec and Dust2Glory Fitness are excited for the return of the Hill of A Race on Sat. Aug. 17th @ 8AM - 3 mile run 25 obstacles! Recreation & Competitive waves! Details and registration at HillofARace.com . #BloomingtonParks #BloomingtonIllinois

😎 Summer fun for the whole family at O'Neil Aquatics Center & Holiday Pool in Bloomington, Illinois! . #BloomingtonParks

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Sue McLaughlin as the new second Deputy City Manager! McLaughlin brings with her a wealth of experience in municipal management, having most recently served as the City Manager for Farmer City, Illinois. McLaughlin's extensive career in city management includes serving as the Interim Assistant City Manager for Bloomington, IL, in 2014. Her broad experience in municipal governance is further demonstrated by her tenure as City Manager for Lincoln, IL; Mattoon, IL; North Aurora, IL; and Byron, IL. "We are thrilled to welcome Sue McLaughlin back to Bloomington," said City Manager Jeff Jurgens. "Her proven leadership and extensive experience in municipal management make her an invaluable addition to our team. We are confident that her expertise will greatly benefit our community. In addition to her extensive experience, Sue’s passion for the City truly helped set her apart from the other applicants. As a current resident of Bloomington, she already knows and loves this community. I had the privilege of working with Sue when she served previously as the Interim Assistant Manager. Her work ethic and expertise were impressive, and I am excited to bring her back with so many large projects underway within the City.” In her new role with the City, McLaughlin will be responsible for overseeing various departments and initiatives, ensuring the efficient delivery of services to Bloomington residents, and supporting the City Manager in strategic planning and operations. Part of this oversight will include Public Works, Parks & Recreation, as well as the Department of Operations & Engineering Services. "I am honored to return to Bloomington and serve in this capacity," said McLaughlin. "Bloomington is a city with a rich history and a bright future. I am excited to collaborate with city staff, the City Council, and our residents to enhance our community’s quality of life and drive positive change." Her first day with the City will be Monday, August 19, 2024.

What is better than our new minor league hockey team, the Bloomington Bison Hockey Club, having the New York Rangers as a National Hockey League (NHL) affiliate? The team also having an agreement with the Carolina Hurricanes for players! The real deal in minor league hockey is coming to City of Bloomington, IL this October!! #BloomingtonIL #Hockey #BloomingtonBison #QualityofPlace

🌳 Learn more about the City of Bloomington Parks & Recreation's Forestry division. ▶https://lnkd.in/g6qVgXTr ☎️ Please call our main office with any questions at (309) 434-2260 . #BloomingtonParks #BloomingtonIllinois