City of Bloomington

City of Bloomington offices will be closed Friday, April 3, 2026 for Good Friday.

Rain or shine, the hunt is on just a little later 🌧️➡️🌤️ Eggs on the Square now starts at 11 AM on April 4 in Downtown Bloomington. Free event, thousands of eggs, age group hunts, plus a downtown scavenger hunt with prizes. Bring your basket and arrive early 🧺

Tickets are officially on sale to see Grammy Award-winning rock icon Melissa Etheridge live at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, September 13. Grab yours now - artsblooming.org

Never miss your pickup again. Recycle Coach puts your schedule, reminders, and “what goes where” right in your pocket. Scan the QR code or check your phone’s app store for Recycle Coach.

@Narwhal6Actual Curbside is free for the first bucket on Bulk pickup days. If you have an additional bucket or buckets you would see a $30 each bucket charge on you bill

@cityblm Is curbside bulk going to be included in the fees we pay for regular pickup?

The Citizen Convenience Center will re-open April 1. Yard waste, recyclables, appliances — yes. Bulk waste — is now curbside only and will NOT be accepted for drop-off. ecologyactioncenter.org/waste-and-recy…

ROAD CLOSURES FOR THE WEEK OF 3/22/26 ~ Main St., from Market to Mulberry, for the Downtown Streetscape Phase 1 project ~ Morris Ave. from Market St. to Mulberry St. for infrastructure evaluations For details, check the Infrastructure Projects Dashboard: cityblm.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboard…

City of Bloomington Youth Enrichment Program is back! Ages 13–18 can get hands-on experience with Police, Fire, Parks & Rec and more. 📅 June 8–11 🎁 $100 gift card 🗓 Apply by May 4 🔗 bloomingtonil.gov/2026YEP

Mayor Brady and Councilman Straza at the parade — working hard to determine if the pot of gold is in downtown Bloomington or at the end of the parade route. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

For more details, check the City’s Infrastructure Projects Dashboard: cityblm.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboard…

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❤️ Heart Month ❤️ Seconds matter in a cardiac emergency. Call 9-1-1 at the first sign of chest pain — our accredited EMD team provides lifesaving instructions like CPR while help is on the way. #HeartMonth #911 #ChainOfSurvival #MakingLifeBetter

Bloomington is looking even better! ✨ Congratulations to Mane Society Salon & Spa on the opening of their newest location. Wishing the team continued growth and success as they expand right here in our community.

Congratulations to the dedicated men and women of BPD recognized at the recent Chief’s Awards Reception. Thank you for your service, your professionalism, and your continued commitment to keeping our community safe.

Due to the Presidents Day holiday, this week’s Bloomington City Council meeting will take place on Tuesday instead of Monday. Same time - 6:00 PM. Same location - Government Center, 115 E. Washington Street, Room 400, Bloomington, IL.

Congratulations to Scramblers on their grand opening in Bloomington — wishing you every success as you welcome the community through your doors!

Central Illinois continues to experience drought conditions. For the latest status maps, rainfall data, and outlook information, visit the National Weather Service Lincoln page: weather.gov/ilx/drought

Celebrate Black History Month with your voice! The City invites you to submit an original essay on history, culture, or community impact. Submit by February 16, 2026. More details at bloomingtonil.gov/essaycontest

The parking ban along snow routes in Bloomington has been lifted.

For those scheduled for bulk pick-up today (Friday, 1/23/26) crews had to cut collection short due to storm preparations. Crews will return to collect the areas missed as soon as snow operations are finished up.