EAGLE VIEW PARK PLANNING PROCESS
The Parks Master Plan identifies the next recommended new park development as Eagle View Park, located just east of Towanda-Barnes Road and approximately 1/2 mile north of General Electric Road. Three sketch concept drawings are available for download by clicking
Eagle View Concept 1, Eagle View Concept 2 and Eagle View Concept 3. No definite timeline or funding source has been formally adopted at this time, however, Staff is welcoming input on any of these three concept drawings. Submit your comments to parks@cityblm.org or by mail to P.O. Box 3157, Attn: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Deptartment, Bloomington 61702-3157.
NEW FISHING REGULATIONS
On April 1, 2012 new fishing regulations go into effect for City of Bloomington public park lakes (Anglers Lake, Holiday Lake, Miller Park Lake, Tipton Lake and White Oaks Lake).
All Fish |
- 2 Pole and Line Fishing Only |
Channel Catfish |
- 3 Fish Daily Creel Limit |
Large or Smallmouth Bass |
- 15" Minimum Length Limit |
Large or Smallmouth Bass |
- 3 Fish Daily Creel Limit |
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has a cooperative management agreement with the City of Bloomington to manage the fisheries in these lakes. TheIDNR routinely conducts fish surveys to evaluate the quality of each fishery. Regulations are put in place to allow anglers to harvest fish, but also limit the overharvest of bass and catfish.
Questions regarding fish surveys and the management of the Park District Lakes can be directed to Mike Garthaus,IDNR District Fisheries Biologist. He can be reached at 217-784-4730 ext 232 or by email at mike.garthaus@illinois.gov.
CONSTITUTION TRAIL REFORESTATION PROJECT
Ash trees have been removed and will be replaced along Constitution Trail in early 2012. Ash removals began on west section of Constitution Trail at Washington Street and the I-55/I-74 overpass through Bloomington’s sections of Constitution Trail. Planting will begin in the spring.
A total of 96 Ash trees will be replaced to prevent spread of the Emerald Ash Borer. The project is funded by a grant from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.
MILLER PARK PLAYGROUND CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
Due to safety concerns identified by the manufacturer of the soft tile playground safety surface, the Miller Park Playground will be closed pending a thorough review and the following repairs to the surface.
Many other parks with playgrounds within Bloomington will also remain open. Please click on the Interactive Map link under the Quicklinks section on the right hand side of this page for locations of additional playgrounds.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
New To The Area?
The Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department invites you to come in and
find out what we have to offer. We have programs, classes, and facilities for all
ages. Want to learn more? Give us a call at (309) 434-2260. We will be happy
to explain any program that is of interest to you. We want to meet you and talk
with you and your family. You are important!
Sincere Appreciation
A great big "thank you" goes to the District #87, Unit #5 and Central Catholic Schools for the use
of school facilities. The extra time and energy from secretaries, custodians,
teachers, and principals is greatly appreciated.
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Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department (309) 434-2260
Hours: Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
