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Bloomington council votes 7–0 to ban license plate readers, after debate over some exceptions
Bloomington’s city council voted 7–0 to ban automated license plate readers and certain surveillance cameras. A disputed amendment allowing access to recordings for criminal investigations passed 5–2, despite concerns it could weaken the ban. At least 29 people spoke from the public mic.
Oct. 15, 2026: Bloomington 2027 budget approved 6–1; Monroe County ballot problems; new deputy police chief; housing code changes; Health officer removal hearing
This morning's edition includes reports on Bloomington’s 6–1 budget vote, problems with Monroe County’s electronic absentee ballots, a new deputy police chief, proposed housing code changes, and an Oct. 22 hearing on the possible removal of the county health officer.
Bloomington council approves 2027 budget 6–1, with president as lone dissenter
Bloomington’s city council adopted the 2027 budget on a 6–1 vote, with Isak Asare dissenting over whether city spending delivers clear, measurable benefits to residents. The council withheld millions for housing and parking projects. Matt Flaherty and Kate Rosenbarger were absent.
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