The Bloomington Planning Commission is preparing to hold a public hearing regarding variance requests submitted by Bloomington Lincoln Mercury. The dealership is seeking to reduce setbacks for its parking lot and freestanding sign, with the proposal scheduled for consideration today. According to the city's official notice, residents and interested parties may provide input either in person at the Council Chambers at Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota, or participate electronically as allowed by state law.
As outlined by the City of Bloomington, participation in the hearing does not require in-person attendance. Residents can view the proceedings on BTV through Comcast channels 859 or 14, or stream them online via the city's YouTube channel or official website. Those who wish to provide testimony remotely can do so by calling 1-415-655-0001, using access code 2631 930 8050 and password 7526#. Once connected, pressing *3 will "raise your hand" to request to speak. All callers will remain muted until recognized, in accordance with the hearing's protocol.
To support public participation, the Bloomington Planning Commission is offering multiple ways for residents to provide input. Individuals who wish to share their views may submit email or voicemail testimony by noon on the day of the hearing. To ensure comments are properly reviewed, all submissions should reference the specific agenda item—Case #PL2025-93.
For additional details about the proposed variances or to submit comments prior to the meeting, residents may contact Liz O'Day, Planner for the City of Bloomington. She can be reached by mail at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431-3027, by phone at (952) 563-8919, or by email at [email protected]. This contact provides a direct channel for community members seeking information or wishing to express feedback regarding the variance request.
