Bloomington accepting application’s to fill Ward 6 board seat

Posted on July 27, 2021
Bloomington council member Jenn Carillo. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC)

By Blake Haas

BLOOMINGTON – Residents in Ward 6 can now apply to fill Bloomington council member Jenn Carillo’s seat after the council member announced they were stepping down.

Carillo, who represents Ward 6, is resigning after their landlord sold the house they currently reside in and is moving outside their ward.

For full consideration, candidates should complete the application process by Aug. 13 to be considered for the position.

In addition, candidates are encouraged to create a cover letter outlining their interest in the position. Additionally, applicants are encouraged to provide a vision for the community.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and a resident in Ward 6 for more than a year.

Carillo’s term will end on Aug. 31, 2021, and the vacancy must be filled within 60 days of that effective date.

Interested residents can apply at The Hub, 115 E. Washington St., in Bloomington.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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