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The Commission on Hispanic and Latiné Affairs works to identify and research the issues which impact the Hispanic and Latiné populations in Bloomington, especially in the areas of health, education, public safety and cultural competency.
The Commission's responsibilities include:
- Develop action committees addressing the challenges of members of the Hispanic and Latiné populations in the areas of education, health, employment and public safety
- Serve as a catalyst to promote positive public and private remedies to the multi-faceted issues confronting Latinos and Hispanics in our community and the resulting effects on the entire community
- Network with like-minded groups and local organizations to share ideas and information and to collaborate on projects where appropriate
- Celebrate Latiné and Hispanic history and contributions to the Bloomington community and in the United States
Statutory Authority: BMC 2.23.080
All Commission meetings are open to the public and are held the last Wednesday of every month at 5:30pm in the Hooker conference room at City Hall
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Contact Info
Staff: Ximena Martinez, Liaison
Learn more about the Latiné Programs and Outreach Division
Initiatives
CHLA 2025 Annual Report
Read the 2025 Annual Report of the CHLA to learn about the Commission’s key accomplishments, community partnerships, outreach efforts, and priorities in support of Bloomington’s Hispanic and Latiné community.
Hispanic Heritage Month
La Fiesta del Otoño is supported by the City of Bloomington’s Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs and the Community and Family Resources Department Latino Programs. During the event, attendees have the chance to experience traditional ethnic performances, listen to live regional music and purchase Latine food from our food trucks.
IU Credit Union Solicitud de beca
Gracias al generoso apoyo de IU Credit Union, la Comisión de Asuntos Hispanos y Latinos se complace en otorgar una beca por $1,500. El destinatario será seleccionado en función de la excelencia académica, la participación comunitaria y la necesidad financiera.
