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Three photos from the ballot review for the May 5, 2026 primary elections. Early voting starts on April 7, 2026.
Dave Askins
March 5, 2026: Flock cameras, water rates, residential TIF, prosecutor candidates, 78F° on Friday
This edition includes coverage of a city council resolution on Flock cameras, an RDC vote on residential TIF, a forum for candidates for county prosecutor—and the usual weather report, which includes a forecasted high temperature of 78F° on Friday.
Bloomington city council adopts resolution on Flock license-plate reader cameras as ‘first step’
The Bloomington city council voted 9–0 Wednesday to adopt a resolution addressing the city’s use of Flock automated license-plate reader cameras, after more than 30 speakers spoke from the public mic. The resolution asks the mayor for a public briefing and detailed information about the program.
Business community raises concerns over proposed Bloomington water rate increases
At a Bloomington field hearing in a drinking water rate case, business customers warned that the city’s proposed rate increases could strain local employers. The plan would help fund an $84 million infrastructure program, with a final decision expected later this summer.
Summit District residential TIF gets initial nod from Bloomington RDC, accord on road design OK’d
Bloomington’s RDC took another step to create the city’s first residential TIF for the 140-acre Summit District, including the initial Shasta Meadows allocation area. The RDC also approved a $5-million road design pact with developer Sudbury, with a final TIF vote expected in April.
Monroe County prosecutor candidates clash on non-prosecution pledges, protest role
At a Bloomington DSA forum, prosecutor candidates Erika Oliphant and Benjamin Arrington drew contrasts on marijuana prosecution, ICE cooperation, surveillance, and protest roles.
March 2, 2026: Strikes against Iran, county commissioner race, jail financing, charges in fatal crash
This edition includes coverage of a demonstration in support of U.S. strikes against Iran, a forum for candidates running for county commissioner, recent developments in the effort to build a new jail, and more.