Dave Askins

Bloomington’s board of public works adopted a new policy limiting large festivals in the public right of way to three downtown areas, citing public safety concerns. Fourth Street Festival organizers objected but received a one-year exception for the event’s 50th anniversary.

The Bloomington plan commission advanced the proposed 18-lot Northgrove subdivision to a second hearing, but members voiced concerns about requested waivers and variances from city subdivision standards, including alleys and sidewalks. Other concerns include stormwater impacts and tree loss.