Bloomington, Indiana – City officials in Bloomington are inviting residents to take part in an upcoming public meeting to review and comment on the latest proposed design for the Indiana Avenue Safety Improvements Project, an effort aimed at making one of the city’s key corridors safer and more accessible for everyone.
The Bloomington Planning and Transportation Department announced that the meeting will take place on Thursday, March 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Bloomington City Hall, located at 401 North Morton Street. The gathering marks the fourth round of public outreach tied to the project, reflecting the city’s ongoing effort to incorporate community feedback throughout the planning process.
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During the session, city staff will present a revised design that has been shaped by input collected during earlier meetings, public surveys, and conversations with residents and stakeholders. Attendees will have the opportunity to examine the updated concepts in detail and share additional comments that could help shape the final version of the project.
The Indiana Avenue Safety Improvements Project focuses on the stretch of roadway between Smith Avenue and 10th Street. This section of Indiana Avenue serves as a critical connection between downtown Bloomington and the Indiana University campus, making it a heavily used route for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and students moving between the two areas.
According to the city, the corridor has been identified as a top priority in Bloomington’s Safe Streets for All Action Plan. The designation reflects both public concerns and data showing the presence of serious and fatal crashes along the route, underscoring the need for improvements that better protect all road users.
The revised design being presented seeks to address those concerns through a series of safety-focused measures. Proposed changes aim to create safer pedestrian crossings, reduce vehicle speeds, enhance accessibility for people with varying mobility needs, and improve connections for cyclists traveling through the area. At the same time, the design attempts to preserve on-street parking in locations where it is most heavily used.
City officials say community participation remains an essential part of the process. Feedback gathered during the March 12 meeting will help refine the proposal before a final design is determined.
Residents who are unable to attend the meeting in person will still have an opportunity to weigh in. The city is encouraging community members to share their thoughts through an online survey available at bton.in/INsurvey. Additional details about the Indiana Avenue Safety Improvements Project can also be found on the city’s website at bton.in/inave.
