The following is a press release written by Desiree Molina for the City of Bloomington.
Bloomington, Ind. – The City of Bloomington seeks residents to serve on various boards and commissions, with several terms set to expire in December and January. This is a unique opportunity for individuals to contribute to decisions, policies, and programs that shape the community.
Open seats include topics such as parks and public spaces, preservation and planning, community and culture, sustainability and environment, and community safety and housing.
After submitting an application, candidates must be appointed to the boards or commissions by either the Bloomington Common Council or Mayor Kerry Thomson. City residency is required for most, but not all, of the boards and commissions.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend a meeting of their board or commission of interest before applying. Meeting schedules for each body can be accessed online. All board and commission meetings are open to the public, allowing prospective members to gain a clear understanding of the work involved.
For more information on current vacancies or to apply, visit bloomington.in.gov/onboard/committees.
This notice is issued in accordance with Bloomington Municipal Code 2.02.020.
Expiring December 31, 2024
Opportunities available with:
- Board of Park Commissioners
- Board of Zoning Appeals
- City of Bloomington Capital Improvement (CBCI)
- Historic Preservation Commission
- Redevelopment Commission
Expiring January 5, 2025
Opportunities available with:
- Plan Commission
Expiring January 15, 2025
Opportunities available with:
- Capital Improvement Board (CIB)
Expiring January 31, 2025
Opportunities available with:
- Animal Control Commission
- Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Commission
- Bloomington Arts Commission
- Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission
- Commission on Aging
- Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs
- Commission on Sustainability
- Commission on the Status of Black Males
- Commission on the Status of Children and Youth
- Commission on the Status of Women
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Commission
- Economic Development Commission
- Environmental Commission
- Housing Authority Board
- Housing Quality Appeals Board
- Parking Commission
