City of Bloomington Seeks Residents to Serve on Boards and Commissions

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The City of Bloomington invites residents to apply for positions on multiple boards and commissions. These service opportunities will allow members of the public to directly participate in city government initiatives and policy-making processes. Positions are currently available as follows:

Bloomington Arts Commission – Provides a means for the City of Bloomington to stimulate and promote community appreciation for and participation in the arts.
  • Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Council
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Bloomington Commission on Sustainability and Resilience – Promotes economic development and environmental health in the community.
  • Seat(s) available: 3 • Appointed by: Mayor
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission - The commission is designed to enforce Bloomington's Human Rights Ordinance in a fair and timely manner, to educate community members about their rights and responsibilities under various civil rights laws, to raise awareness on all human rights issues, to ensure that contractors and subcontractors on city jobs pay emplyees applicable common wages, to ensure that the City, as an employer, governmental entity and provider of public accommodations, complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and to provide the community with information about the ADA.
  • Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Mayor
  • Eligibility Requirements: City appointments must be a City of Bloomington resident

Commission on Hispanic and Latiné Affairs – Works to identify and research the issues that impact the Hispanic and Latino populations in Bloomington, especially in the areas of health, education, public safety, and cultural competency.
  • Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Council Advisory Seat. Advisory seats do not have voting privileges.
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident          

Community Advisory on Public Safety Commission – Advises the Bloomington City Council on community perceptions of and preferences for public safety.
  • Seat(s) available: 4 • Appointed by: Common Council
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Environmental Commission – Advises the City of Bloomington on how its actions and policies may preserve and enhance the quality of Bloomington's environment, including the life-supporting processes that natural ecological systems provide to humans and other organisms.
  • Seat(s) available: 4 • Appointed by: Mayor - 2, Council - 2
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Environmental Resources Advisory Council – Acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Park Commissioners in all policy matters pertaining to the operations of the city's natural areas or facilities. The ERAC also assists in the formulation of policies relating to the use and protection of environmentally sensitive and natural areas.
  • Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Board of Park Commissioners
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Historic Preservation Commission – Ensures the historic preservation of and design-conscious development in Bloomington's historic neighborhoods and buildings.
  • Seat(s) available: 5 • Appointed by: Mayor - 2, Common Council - 3 Advisory Seats. Please note that the Common Council-appointed seats on this commission do not have voting privileges.
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a City of Bloomington resident

Housing Authority Board – This board is the governing body of the Bloomington Housing Authority, responsible for setting policies as the organization functions both as a developer and a landlord for local low-income housing programs.
  • Seat(s) available: 1• Appointed by: Mayor
  • Eligibility Requirements:  Can be a City of Bloomington or Monroe County resident

Citizen Advisory Committee of the Metropolitan Planning Organization – The Metropolitan Planning Organization, also known as MPO, is a volunteer group of community representatives. The Citizens Advisory Committee offers input on transportation planning to the Policy Committee and helps raise awareness of transportation policies.
  • Seat(s) available: OPEN - There are no seat limits for this committee
  • Individuals who wish to become members must complete a form from the MPO staff and attend three consecutive meetings.
  • Eligibility Requirements: Can be a City of Bloomington, Monroe County, or Town of Ellettsville resident

Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association – Works to improve the economic, physical, and social environment for BUEA Zone residents and businesses. The BUEA Zone is an area north, west, and south of Downtown whose residents and businesses are eligible for scholarships, arts and business grants and tax incentives.
  • Seat(s) available: 2 • Appointed by: Mayor - 1, Common Council - 1
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a Zone Resident and of a differing political party from the other appointed zone resident

Utilities Service Board – Has oversight of the Utilities Department and coordinates its operations in accordance with city policies.
  • Seat(s) available: 1 • Appointed by: Common Council
  • Eligibility Requirements: Must be a Zone Resident and of a differing political party from the other appointed zone resident

Term Expirations in December

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Several terms on various boards and commissions are set to expire in December, opening opportunities for individuals interested in contributing to their community.

Boards or Commissions with seat terms expiring December 31, 2026, include:
  • Board of Park Commissioners
  • Board of Zoning Appeals
  • Environmental Resources Advisory Council
  • Historic Preservation Commission
  • Plan Commission
  • Plat Committee
  • Redevelopment Commission
  • Utilities Service Board

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 at bloomington.in.gov/public-meetings. All board and commission meetings are open to the public, allowing prospective members to gain a clear understanding of the work involved.

This notice is issued in accordance with Bloomington Municipal Code 2.02.020.

For more information on current vacancies or to apply, visit bloomington.in.gov/onboard/committees.
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