Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish
Think about this: Why was a skywalk between Rainbow Bakery and the Fourth And Rogers Contemporary Art Center ultimately rejected? Hawk and Fish have the answer!
Dave Askins
Morton Street & 6th Street
Paving work on various streets near downtown is underway. The total value of the contract with E&B Paving is $425,250. The project map shows streets included in the work: W. 10th Street, W. 9th Street, W. 7th Street, W. 6th Street, S. Madison Street, E. 3rd Street, W. Kirkwood Avenue.
College Avenue & Kirkwood Avenue
Sticker that says: “WHAT HAS KERRY DONE” with a graphic resembling the Bloomington city seal. Seems like a clear reference to Bloomington mayor Kerry Thomson. Message seems ambiguous between: The mayor hasn’t accomplished anything; and the mayor has done something specifically wrong.
Shuffle Creek Road north of Unionville
Maybe a Guinea fowl, crossing the road. Refused an interview to answer the standard question.
New Bloomington sewer policy targets ‘strategic’ sites like airport property
A quiet policy change by Bloomington’s utilities service board in January is now emerging as part of the city’s economic development strategy. Officials say extending sewer service to select “strategic” sites, like the county airport, could help attract employers and major investment.
Seminary Pointe tenants get more time as Bloomington Convention Center host hotel moves ahead
Monroe County’s capital improvement board extended leases for remaining Seminary Pointe tenants while advancing appraisal, environmental, and demolition work tied to a future convention center host hotel. Housing advocates continue pushing a land-swap alternative.
Cottage Grove conservation district OK’d by Bloomington city council on 7–1 vote
Bloomington’s city council voted 7–1 to establish the Cottage Grove conservation district, adding historic protections the central Bloomington area. Supporters said it could slow teardowns and preserve neighborhood character. Opponents warned it would constrain housing supply and raise costs.