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Public commenters urge audit remediation and transparency, Chamber warns to weigh cost of priorities
Summary
During public comment at the March 11 deliberation, a Greater Bloomington Chamber representative urged investment in economic assets and cost‑to‑move thinking; resident Kevin Keogh urged the council to prioritize remediation of audit findings and faster publication of financial reports.
Public comment at the March 11 Bloomington City Council deliberation focused on two themes: treating maintenance and capital work as long‑term investments, and strengthening financial reporting and internal controls.
Chris Derivji, representing the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, told councilors the city’s physical and cultural assets — from Indiana Avenue to arts venues and recreation fields — should be viewed as investments that sustain economic vitality. “What can we do to maybe save money down the road? These are…
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