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Bloomington Breaks Ground on $101.8 Million Wellness Center

10/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Bloomington began construction on a $101.8 million Community Health and Wellness Center at 9801 Penn Ave. S., funded by a 2023 sales tax approved by voters.
The center will be the city's first indoor recreation facility, featuring gyms, aquatics, and an indoor playground, according to Interim City Manager Kathy Hedin.
Demolition of Creekside Community Center is set for October 20, and the new center is slated to open in fall 2027.

History

Historical Context

The establishment of the Public Works Administration in 1933 marked a significant federal investment of $6 billion in infrastructure during the Great Depression. This historical commitment to public welfare parallels Bloomington's recent $101.8 million Community Health and Wellness Center, funded by a voter-approved sales tax, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance community health resources and address urban health challenges.

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Story summary

Bloomington began construction on a $101.8 million Community Health and Wellness Center at 9801 Penn Ave. S., funded by a 2023 sales tax approved by voters.
The center will be the city's first indoor recreation facility, featuring gyms, aquatics, and an indoor playground, according to Interim City Manager Kathy Hedin.
Demolition of Creekside Community Center is set for October 20, and the new center is slated to open in fall 2027.

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