The City of Bloomington is ringing in changes, as the City Council considers a proposal to tweak the spending plan, potentially paving the way for private development ventures, which include a potential waterpark in the mix. This comes after a public hearing notice announced by the City for September 30, 2025, aimed at authorizing expenditures of tax increments from two Tax Increment Financing Districts within the Industrial Development District No. 1 South Loop.
With the public's voice at heart, the hearing is slated for 6:00 p.m. at the Bloomington Civic Plaza or by electronic means as permissible, according to Minnesota's State law, the meeting's dual presence both at the Plaza and through electronic channels seeks to foster an inclusive environment where the citizens' opinions can reverberate through the halls of decision-making, while the prospective development includes not just the waterpark but also other sites to be developed by MOA WP Owner, LLC and MOAC Land Holdings, LLC and related entities.
In the spirit of transparency and civic engagement, Bloomington residents are encouraged to get involved in the City Council Meeting. Those looking to make their voices heard can attend in person, tap into the live broadcast on BTV or the City's online platforms, and, should they feel strongly about the proposal, are welcome to provide public testimony. Live spoken feedback can be delivered over the phone by dialing in, or prepared testimonies can be submitted before the meeting via voicemail or email by contacting the council secretary.
