Bloomington, Illinois is known for its vibrant downtown area, its historic architecture, and its proximity to several major universities. The city council is composed of seven members, each elected to a four-year term. The council meets twice a month to discuss and vote on matters of local importance. The council is responsible for setting the city's budget, approving ordinances, and appointing members to various boards and commissions. Below are direct public records resources that can help you find the most up-to-date information.
- City of Bloomington
Directory of Bloomington City records and information
- Bloomington Clerk
Administration of public records
109 E. Olive St
Bloomington, IL 61701
Phone: 309-434-2240
Fax: 309-434-2802
Email: cityclerk@cityblm.org
- Bloomington Police Department
Law enforcement services
305 S. East Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
Phone: (309) 434-2355
Email: police@cityblm.org
- Bloomington Fire Department
Fire prevention and safety
310 North Lee St
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-434-2500
Phone: 309-434-2500
Fax: 309-434-2291
Email: fire@cityblm.org
- Bloomington Public Library
Reference materials and research assistance
205 East Olive Street
Bloomington, IL 61702-3308
Phone: (309) 828-6091
- Bloomington -- McLean County Chamber of Commerce
Local business listings
210 S East St
Bloomington, IL 61701-5207
Phone: (309) 829-6344
- Bloomington U.S. Census
Population demographic information
Bloomington, IL 61701
- Bloomington Illinois Criminal Records Search and Depository
Illinois State Police
801 South Seventh Street
P.O. Box 19461
Springfield, IL 62794-9461
Criminal History Form Requests (815) 740-5216
askisp@isp.state.il.us
- Bloomington Illinois Official Criminal History Background Check
Illinois Integrated Justice Information System
300 W. Adams
Suite 700
Chicago, Illinois 60606
Toll free: 1-888-425-4248 or 312-793-8550
By e-mail: CJA.IIJIS@Illinois.gov
- Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Quick search for missing children, sex offenders, Amber alerts, records and more public information
- Bloomington Inmate Search
Illinois Department of Corrections
1301 Concordia Court
P.O. Box 19277
Springfield, IL 62794-9277
217-558-2200
www.idoc.state.il.us
What is the process for someone who is arrested in Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois to go through the jail and court system?
If you get arrested in Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois, you would go to the McLean County Jail and the McLean County Courthouse.
What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois Library?
The Bloomington Public Library has a variety of public records available for research. The library's Local History and Genealogy Department has a collection of McLean County records, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce records, as well as census records, naturalization records, and other local records. The library also has a collection of Illinois state records, including land records, court records, and other state records.
Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois?
The Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois fingerprinting office is located at the Mclean County Sheriff's Office.
What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Bloomington, Mclean County, Illinois, you must contact the Mclean County Clerk's Office.
The vital records available from the Mclean County Clerk's Office include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. To obtain any of these records, you must provide a valid photo ID and proof of your relationship to the person named on the record. You must also provide a completed application form and the applicable fee.
