Public Comment on Bloomington Water Rates and Financing

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Published February 18th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is seeking public comment on Bloomington Municipal Water's petition to increase water rates and approve financing for system improvements. A field hearing is scheduled for February 25, 2026, in Bloomington.

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What changed

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) has announced an opportunity for public comment regarding Bloomington Municipal Water's petition (Cause No. 46330) to increase water rates and secure financing for infrastructure upgrades. The Commission will hold a field hearing on February 25, 2026, in Bloomington City Hall to gather input from affected ratepayers.

Regulated entities and consumers in Bloomington are encouraged to participate in the field hearing or submit written comments by mail or email to the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor by the hearing date. These comments will inform the Commission's decision on the proposed rate increases and financing. Failure to provide input may result in decisions being made without full consideration of consumer concerns.

What to do next

Submit written comments to the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor by February 25, 2026.
Attend the public field hearing on February 25, 2026, in Bloomington to provide oral testimony.
Review case documents on the IURC Online Services Portal for Cause No. 46330.

Source document (simplified)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 18, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: Ben Gavelek 317-232-2714 bgavelek@urc.in.gov Opportunity for Public Comment on Bloomington Municipal Water’s Rates and Financing Case WHAT: The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (Commission) will hold a field hearing in Bloomington to hear from the public on the rates and financing petition of Bloomington Municipal Water under Cause No. 46330. WHEN: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 6 p.m. local time WHERE: Bloomington City Hall - Council Chambers (Room #115) 401 North Morton Street, Bloomington, IN 47404 WHY: Bloomington Municipal Water filed a petition before the Commission requesting approval to increase its rates and charges for water service and approval of financing for water system improvements. HOW: During field hearings, ratepayers have the opportunity to speak directly to the Commission or submit written comments. Please note, though, that because this is a pending case, the Commissioners and Judge are not allowed to answer questions or engage in any discussion about the case. Those individuals who are unable to attend may submit written comments to the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor at www.in.gov/oucc/contact-us. Ratepayers also can submit their comments by mail or email: • Mail: Public Comments Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor 115 W. Washington St., Suite 1500 South Indianapolis, IN 46204 • Email: uccinfo@oucc.IN.gov Written comments should include the ratepayer’s name, city and zip code, and a reference to “Cause No. 46330.” If you would like to access case-related documents under Cause No. 46330, visit the Commission’s Online Services Portal at iurc.portal.in.gov/advanced-search/. Instructions on how to best use this database can be found at www.in.gov/iurc/files/EFS-User-Manual-2025.pdf. **If an accommodation is required to allow an individual with a disability to participate, please contact Ben Gavelek at 317-232-2714 or bgavelek@urc.in.gov at least 48 hours in advance. ###