City of Bloomington says there won’t be a Parking Ban for January 8

Ahead of tonight’s expected winter weather, the City of Bloomington has issued a statement saying there WILL NOT be a parking ban in place. Residents can still parking as normal throughout the Winter Weather Advisory that is effect Monday night through Wednesday morning. The City ask residents exercise caution while driving as roadways may become snow covered.

The city is closely monitoring the storm expected this weekend and say there is a likelihood of a parking ban in place Friday night (January 12). For the latest on parking bans you can go to the City of Bloomington’s website at bloomingtonil.gov/snow or contact the Public Works Department at 309-434-2220.

Here’s the full statement:

The City of Bloomington has decided not to issue a parking ban for tonight as the anticipated snowfall amounts are not expected to exceed two inches. The forecast also includes rain for Tuesday, which is likely to melt most of the snow accumulation. The decision aims to minimize inconvenience for residents while still maintaining public safety.

The City’s Public Works Department has been closely monitoring weather forecasts and road conditions to make informed decisions about the parking situation. The Current weather projections suggest the impact of tonight’s weather event will be limited with no significant accumulation posing.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about weather updates and exercise caution while driving. While the City doesn’t anticipate a parking ban for tonight, residents are reminded to follow regular parking regulations. Public Works crews will continue to closely monitor the weather situation, and should weather patterns shift, updates will be provided promptly.

Looking ahead, there is a likelihood of a parking ban going into effect for Friday night, January 12, 2024. The City urges residents to stay tuned for further announcements. For updates and additional information, residents are asked to visit the City of Bloomington’s website at bloomingtonil.gov/snow or contact the Public Works Department at 309-434-2220.