Bloomington residents, particularly those with small business interests, mark your calendars for November 6. The Bloomington Planning Commission is slated to host a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment focused on streamlining codes and processes for small businesses. In specifics, this hearing will discuss Case #PL2025-143, which pertains to the Small Business Codes and Processes Phase II Ordinance.
For those interested in delving into the details of this proposed city code amendment, materials are readily available for review online. The hearing is set for 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers at Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, and is also available through electronic means as Minnesota state law allows. If you can't make it in person, options to watch the proceedings live include tuning into BTV (Comcast channels 859 or 14), following the live stream at blm.mn/btv-live, or through the city's YouTube channel at blm.mn/youtube.
Those with a preference for offering testimonies from the comfort of their own space can do so via phone. To participate, simply dial 1-415-655-0001, punch in the access code 2867 643 3975 followed by the password: 7526#. Remember, once connected, press *3 to "raise your hand" signaling your readiness to speak. The meeting operator will guide you through the process, identifying you by the first six digits of your phone number and then unmuting your line for you to present your testimony. Participants should state their names before proceeding with their comments. Bear in mind that these calls are long-distance, and charges may apply.
For an effective communication of ideas, City staff encourage the public to submit their testimony via email or voicemail by noon on the day of the hearing, November 6. This early submission helps ensure that the Planning Commission has enough time to review public testimonies. Inclusions should be specific to the agenda item you're addressing. For further information, or to submit your comments, reach out to Dakota Kastenday, Planning Supervisor, at the Civic Plaza address, by phone at (952) 563-8926, or via email at [email protected].
