About Let's Talk Bloomington

There are many exciting things happening throughout the City and we’d love to hear what you think about them!

We understand that early and continuous public participation is important for City programs and services to be aligned with community needs and interests. As we emerge from COVID-19 times, social distancing and gathering restrictions we know that public participation is forever changed. We will continue to use to gather your input virtually and in-person.

Other things such as transportation and care for children can be barriers to strong public participation opportunities. Through Let’s Talk Bloomington, you can participate from wherever, and whenever you find convenient. Engagement is a click away!

Whether you just want to drop us a line, or share in-depth thoughts, take a survey or leave a pin on a map, it is possible to do so. Just tap on the topic that interests you and engage.

What are some advantages of engaging through Let’s Talk Bloomington?

Here are the top 5:

1. You can learn about important projects happening now from the convenience of your location
2. You don’t need to be present at in-meetings to participate with comments or feedback
3. You can share your thoughts in a safe environment, at a time that is convenient for you
4. Your ideas are heard by city staff
5. And, YOU can make connections with City staff directly working on projects!

Is registration user-friendly?

Yes, the sign-up process, and interaction with the online platform is really simple. You will need to let us know your name or a username, email address, and optional demographics. Registration is required once to participate in all engagement activities.

The information collected helps us identify if we are learning from a variety of perspectives and individuals. It also helps us communicate back and follow-up information related to projects, if necessary.

Should you have any troubles navigating the online platform, feel free to reach out to the City's Outreach and Engagement Coordinators who will be happy to hear from you at outreach@BloomingtonMN.gov or 952-563-8733, or MN Relay 711.

How do I participate and what happens to my feedback/comments?

Registration is required for participation. Once this step is completed you can return to the site at any time to participate in the engagement, you will only need to sign-in. Click the topic of your choice and provide your opinion. Remember, each project may require a different level of engagement, some will seek to provide information and consultation, while others projects may require your collaboration.

The information you provide is used by the project manager to gain insight as to community viewpoint. Project managers will provide information on how your input will be used in each project.