Utility board approves MOU to buy 19 acres for Dillman wastewater capacity expansion The City of Bloomington Utilities Board approved a memorandum of understanding to acquire 19 acres near I‑37 for up to $200,000 to expand detention and relieve capacity at the Dillman Wastewater Treatment Plant; the MOU includes a capped future sewer connection and conditions on survey, subdivision and easement.

The City of Bloomington is taking a major step to enhance wastewater treatment capacity by acquiring 19 acres near I-37 for $200,000—what does this mean for the future of local infrastructure?

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City approves sampling study of Miller Showers Park to assess 20-year stormwater performance The utilities board approved a service agreement with Ratio Architects to sample and evaluate Miller Showers Park’s stormwater performance 20 years after installation; staff said the study will include sediments, nutrients, E. coli, oils/grease and selected PFAS testing in partnership with an IU laboratory.

The City of Bloomington is taking a deep dive into the performance of Miller Showers Park's stormwater system, 20 years after its installation—what will the findings reveal about our green infrastructure?

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