Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together.

Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. is a community based strategic planning initiative that connects City representatives and residents to shape the future of Bloomington.
City representatives will work with community members at every stage of the process:
- Understanding who and what Bloomington is
- Forming a unifying mission statement and strategic objectives
- Action-planning priorities for implementation
- Identifying measurements for success
This plan will be effective for five years and reviewed annually.
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. is a community based strategic planning initiative that connects City representatives and residents to shape the future of Bloomington.
City representatives will work with community members at every stage of the process:
- Understanding who and what Bloomington is
- Forming a unifying mission statement and strategic objectives
- Action-planning priorities for implementation
- Identifying measurements for success
This plan will be effective for five years and reviewed annually.
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QUESTION 1 - Top Priorities
7 months agoCLOSED: This ideas has concluded.As you think about Bloomington, what are your top priorities to help our community thrive as a satisfying place to live, work and play? (for example, community amenities, resources, what we should aspire to, etc.)?
Cuando piensas en Bloomington, ¿cuáles son tus principales prioridades para ayudar a nuestra comunidad a prosperar como un lugar satisfactorio para vivir, trabajar y divertirse? (por ejemplo, comodidades de la comunidad, recursos, a qué debemos aspirar, etc.)? Sé lo más específico posible.
Intaad ka fakarayso Bloomington, waa maxay muhiimadahaaga koobaad si aad uga caawiso bulshadeena inay hormarto si ay u noqoto meel ku haboon nolosha, shaqada iyo ciyaarta? (tusaale, amaanooyinka bulshada, khayraadka, waxa ay tahay in la dhiiri gasho, iwm.)? Si gaar ah utilmaan ilaa intaad karto.
Niziolek8 months agoNature Resources Management Plan, staffing and appropriate level of funding.
Independent assessments highlight the poor and declining state of our natural resources and natural areas. Despite the 2007 and 2021 Parks System Master Plan highly prioritizing a natural resources plan and appropriate funding, one has not been developed or even scheduled to occur. As a result, city leaders continue to not allocate necessary funds for one of our city's greatest assets and priority of residents - our natural resources and natural areas. (Attached photo highlights the pervasiveness of buckthorn throughout our parks. What is not seen, is the resulting destruction to wildlife and pollinator habitat, soil health and erosion, and native vegetation (critical for our efforts to prevent and address climate change.)
0 comment2ccbythesea8 months agoSave the outdoor pool/park, more bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure, single-track bike trails, reduce 4-lane streets to 3 lanes + bike lanes.
Save the Pool and Park, more bike/ped lanes
0 comment4gate00418 months agoWe need to take care of and utilize more of all the great outdoor space we have in Bloomington.
We need more amenities that will draw new/younger families and keep families here like trails, mt biking trails, & other activities besides the same old ball and stick sports.
1 comment2dirtandsnow8 months agoPark maintenance and updates
So many parks in Bloomington are in poor condition. Buckthorn has taken over most of the forested areas and playgrounds are falling apart. The playground at poplar bridge does not serve the many younger children in the neighborhood and is so worn out it is becoming dangerous. Also it is infested with ground wasps for a good portion of the summer every year and desperately needs an update. Adding low cost, user maintained facilities such as bike parks and single track mountain bike trails is a great way to add amenities for minimal upfront and maintenance costs. Underutilized parks such as corridor park and Tierney's woods are ideal locations.
1 comment2Nocc8 months agoKeep our green space, keep the one and only outdoor swimming pool. Have it open for a few weeks longer like other communities do.
Save the pool
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QUESTION 2 - Challenges and Opportunities
7 months agoCLOSED: This ideas has concluded.What are the most significant challenges you believe Bloomington will face in the next 3-5 years? What are the most significant opportunities?
Waa maxay caqabadaha ugu badan ee aad isleedahay way waajihi doontaa Bloomington 3-5 sano ee soo socota? Waa maxay fursadaha ugu badan? Waxaad ka jawaabi kartaa su'aalaha adoo adeegsanaaya luuqadaada hooyo.
¿Cuáles son los retos más significativos que crees que enfrentará Bloomington en los próximos 3 a 5 años? ¿Cuáles son las oportunidades más significativas? Puedes responder a las preguntas en el idioma que prefieras.
gate00418 months agoBloomington isn't doing enough to address all the implications of climate change. There ARE many residents that ARE wanting to help.
We need to deal with and prepare for what is a head of us in a warming climate. More education on the simple things residents can do themselves: water/electric conservation, the 6 R's, composting, salt usage etc..
0 comment1dirtandsnow8 months agoNot retaining young families
Bloomington has become a destination to start a family and then move away before kids become school age. The schools are consistently decreasing in important metrics, especially regarding underserved populations. Bloomington can increase retention by investing heavily in schools and in amenities. Improving park facilities and rehabilitating green spaces well help make this city attractive to young families. The polar bridge neighborhood is a prime example of deteriorating parks and schools.
0 comment0Jolson8 months agoMaintaining facilities
Taking a walk with our family through Kelly Fields, we often notice what a tremendous asset the parks are to the community. We also notice the spaces are showing regular wear without necessary maintenance or upgrades. An example is the playground at Kelly which is heavily used but needs to either be repaired or replaced. Warming houses could use more maintenance than they currently receive.
0 comment0Niziolek8 months agoRestoring and maintaining our natural resources.
Studies show that healthy and quality natural resources improve 1) the physical, social, and mental health of people, 2) wildlife and pollinator habitant, 3) the balance within our earth's ecosystem (which would help prevent and address climate change), 4) the desirability of our city, and 5) provide sustainable jobs and food.
0 comment0Niziolek8 months agoLack of a sense of community among neighbors.
Social hostility and tensions, poorly maintained public spaces, and increasing crime are just a few indicators of the need for a greater sense of community among neighbors. The City needs to commit to working to support and encourage a sense of community among neighbors.
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QUESTION 3 - Untapped Resources
7 months agoCLOSED: This ideas has concluded.What are the greatest untapped resources within our community that could contribute to our success? What are the gaps in our community – in other words, what’s missing?
Waa maxay ilaha ugu waawayn ee aan la adeegsan ee ka jira deegaanka oo qayb ka qaadan lahaa guusheena? Waa maxay duleelada ka jira bulshadeena - marka si kale loo dhaho, maxaa naga maqan? Waxaad ka jawaabi kartaa su'aalaha adoo adeegsanaaya luuqadaada hooyo.
¿Cuáles son los mayores recursos sin usar dentro de nuestra comunidad que podrían contribuir a nuestro éxito? ¿Cuáles son las brechas en nuestra comunidad? En otras palabras, ¿qué falta? Puedes responder a las preguntas en el idioma que prefieras.
Steve Bobusch8 months agoWe have a lot of under utilized green spaces. We need to remove invasive plants and develop a plan to get residents outdoors.
0 comment0Niziolek8 months agoAll people who live, work, worship, play, and learn, in our city.
0 comment0Bonnie B8 months agoA new multipurpose clubhouse for Dwan. It could also serve as a meeting space and for wedding receptions.
New Clubhouse for Dwan Golf Course that could support the costs of replacing it.
0 comment0gate00418 months agoShort and Sweet: PEOPLE are the greatest untapped resources in our community!!
As stated in other idea, there are residents that are willing to roll up their sleeves and get to work. They just need the opportunity.
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QUESTION 4 - Role of local government
7 months agoCLOSED: This ideas has concluded.What could be the role of your local government to help create the community we envision?
Muxuu noqon karaa doorka dawlada magaalada si ay gacan uga gaysato abuurista deegaanka aan higsanayno? Waxaad ka jawaabi kartaa su'aalaha adoo adeegsanaaya luuqadaada hooyo.
¿Cuál podría ser el papel del gobierno de tu ciudad para ayudar a crear la comunidad que imaginamos? Puedes responder a las preguntas en el idioma que prefieras.
Niziolek8 months agoGovernment should be the formal extension of the community.
Government should be focused on facilitating an ongoing community conversation that translates into collective action, where everyone is supported in knowing and doing their part. Government should not be about doing things for people, but rather should be focused on doing things with and working with the community. Thus government needs to ensure their work supports, builds, and encourages a sense of community and collective action among neighbors.
0 comment1gate00418 months agoThe local government needs to stand solidly behind the vision of what people want for the city. Then educate, inform, & interact w people.
0 comment1Bonnie B8 months agoThe city should fund the initial costs of the buildings which would then be self supporting or provide income for the city in the future.
Fund the initial cost of the building a New Clubhouse or Community Center
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Who's Listening
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City Manager
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Community Services Director
Email dkirby@BloomingtonMN.gov
Important Links
Project Timeline
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Strategic Planning Team Recruitment
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageAugust - September, 2021
Deadline: September 30
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Gather Community Input
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageOctober - November, 2021
Community cafes, digital engagement
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Core Planning Team Retreat
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageDecember 2 - 4, 2021
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Action Team Meetings
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageJanuary 8, 2022
January 29, 2022
February 19, 2022
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Measurement Team Meetings
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageJanuary 7, 2022
January 28, 2022
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Core Planning Team Reviews Action Team's Work
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageMarch 5, 2022
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City Council Considers and Adopts Strategic Plan
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. has finished this stageApril 25, 2022
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Implementation and Learning
Bloomington. Tomorrow. Together. is currently at this stage