The Bloomington City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2026-02, adopting Citizens Advisory Committee and Redevelopment Commission recommendations to allocate an estimated $778,293 in 2026 CDBG funds across social services, physical improvements and administration; the resolution includes contingency rules tied to a $505,890.45 physical-improvements threshold.

Commissioner Jones appoints Dr. Michael Rushton to complete a term on the Historic Preservation Board.

Commissioners encourage residents to apply for boards and utilize housing repair assistance.

Hoosier Hills Foodbank hosts food distribution to assist local families facing food insecurity.

Commissioners recognize historic groundbreaking as a catalyst for community development and engagement.

Monroe County approves action to clean Stinesville property amid ongoing litigation.

Commissioners authorize funding for Karst Athletic Complex to enhance construction project.

Commissioners outline support resources for tornado recovery and discuss plans for county jail equity.

Commissioners discuss growth imperatives and community preferences amid zoning concerns.

County officials review security plans and inmate release logistics for new jail facility.

Local citizens raise issues including traffic, safety, and jail size at county meeting

Council expresses eagerness to communicate and collaborate with new member.

Resiliency commission focuses on community actions to combat flooding and food insecurity

Council discusses extending project list for Westside TIF to fund Curry Pike developments.

Cadets share experiences and promote participation in Civil Air Patrol programs each Thursday.

Commissioners vote to establish fund for Sofia Travis Community Service Grant Program.

Scott Carnegie shares progress and future milestones for Monroe County's sheriff's office project.

A Community Partnership for Gun Safety co‑coordinator told commissioners their survey returned about 1,500 respondents and that the final report will be shared; a separate public commenter asked whether the county will ban 287(g) agreements and the chair said the county has not entered any such agreements and would review options.

Monroe County commissioners approved a FY2024 CDBG modification to fund paving on Day and Vine streets, authorized a guarantee for the Pocono Mountains Industrial Development Authority not to exceed $2 million (down from $4 million), and approved multiple grants and vendor contracts, including opioid-settlement and IT expenditures.

Monroe County Board approves significant tax adjustments and honors Bob Fox's 40 years of service.