Bloomington and Normal government representatives recap recent initiatives in their councils

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Over the last few weeks, both Bloomington and Normal city councils have updated and implemented new policies for the residents of the community. Bloomington The Bloomington City Council approved an emergency grant to open the Salvation Army’s new indoor facility on Sept. 9. The new facility will help relocate residents who are currently living in the East View church parking lot. Council member Cody Hendricks […]

September 23, 2024

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Normal Town Council: Future Move to Ban Tobacco Shops in Uptown, $223 Million Budget Approved

NORMAL, Ill.- The town of Normal held their first council meeting of the month on March 4. Following the budget presentation for Normal just under a month ago, the council voted unanimously Monday night on the $223 million fiscal year budget for 2024-2025. The plan stands between the economic boom following the pandemic and the anticipated economic concerns of the upcoming year, being described by town staff and the Financial […]

March 6, 2024

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Normal Town Council: $5 million approved for new fire station, Connect Transit fiscal health strong

NORMAL, Ill.- The Normal Town Council held their second town meeting of the month on April. 17. Both council members and the general public were given a presentation by Connect Transit on Monday evening, which covered numerous items under their Fiscal Year 2024 proposal given to the council. Connect Transit General Manager David Braun led the presentation. It highlighted key points of their proposed budget which reflect their decreased fuel […]

April 18, 2023

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Andy Byars