Ben Zeller
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 35
- Total speaking time
- 1:08:50
- Avg per meeting
- 1:58
- Segments
- 2094
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Top issues during term (8)(Development)
Data Center Recruitment and Energy Projects
Proponents estimate millions in annual payroll and construction economic activity, while opponents warn of long-term property value declines and strained public infrastructure costs.
Tax Abatement Application and Industrial Development Concerns
The tax abatement would forgo county tax revenue on a project pitched at $6 billion in investment, with backers betting the 350-plus permanent jobs and spinoff business make up for it.
CDBG-MIT Grant Administration and Policies
The CDBG grant will fund community improvements in the Placido area, with grant-funded administrative and engineering contracts.
Inez Gateway Monument Project
Project is fully funded through community donations and donated labor/materials, valued at approximately $9,000.
Central Fire Station Renovation Project
Funded through Certificate of Obligation (CO) bond issues.
County Engineer Retirement and Interim Appointment
Engineering Department Restructuring
Estimated impact of $37,515 for remainder of current budget and approximately $89,000 plus fringe for FY 2027.
Bloomington Infrastructure and Community Needs
Requires targeted infrastructure investments funded through grants or developer contributions.
Decisions during term (2)
Recorded while Zeller was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Development)
No votes found matching Development.