McLean County Regional Planning Commission

Three open house informational events are set for those looking to learn more about the Veterans Parkway Corridor Plan study. They are Nov. 4, Nov. 5, and online Nov. 12.

The plan attempts to address "development pressures" from the expansion of large employers such as Rivian and Fererro, and also looks to address the housing shortage

The Normal Town Council has reviewed elements of a new strategic plan and approved changes to the Enterprise Zone that would offer development incentives in portions of Bloomington-Normal, including Bloomington's under-performing Eastland Mall.

A public comment session was held after the McLean County Regional Planning Commission and the Twin City officials received pushback about public engagement on a long-term strategic land use plan showing growth at the fringes of Bloomington and Normal.

The McLean County Regional Planning Commission will host two open houses in August to share draft updates to the Go:Safe McLean County action plan, aimed at improving safety for every transportation user.

The McLean County Regional Planning Commission is making good on a promise to the county board to get more public input on the draft of a regional land use plan.

A draft McLean County Land Use Plan is getting pushback from various stakeholders. Regional Planning Commission staff now say they'll change the process.

The draft of a new McLean County Land Use Plan suggests future growth will largely happen on the fringes of Bloomington and Normal.

While no new rentals can be made in areas marked as single-family residential in Normal, a five-year transition period for current STRs is included in the ordinance approved by the town council on Monday.

The Normal Town Council on Monday approved several infrastructure-related items and heard about labor concerns for the Tailgate and Tallboys event.