Letter from the Mayor
Bloomington has the range and variety of businesses that make this community thrive .
Bloomington is consistently voted as a top place to live and to do business .
As a resident , business owner and Mayor of this great city , I believe that Bloomington is the center of the universe . By that , I mean this community is central to the quality of many lives and livelihoods . We are also among the best of cities and I am proud of our people , schools and the businesses that contribute its vitality .
Gene Winstead Mayor
I am not alone in how I feel about this place . According to recent surveys , residents love it here . Businesses also remain positive about the local business climate and value Bloomington as place to do business . More than 8 out of 10 respondents rated Bloomington positively as a place to work , for overall image and for the appearance of the city . The survey also showed 93 percent plan to keep their business in Bloomington .
Whether it ’ s a new neighborhood grocery store , restaurant , or new commercial or residential development , a city can ’ t function without its businesses that provide jobs and promote a thriving local economy . In turn , a vital community helps businesses prosper . We are doing a great job . Good working relationships are at the heart of any successful business or community . Let ’ s continue to build those connections to keep this success going . Together we are business strong .
GENE WINSTEAD
Mayor City of Bloomington
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