BLOOMINGTON — Kerry Thomson has been serving as Bloomington Mayor since Jan. 1.
In an interview with IUSTV News' Ashton Hackman, Thomson reflects on her first year in office, including recent controversy with city council, a focus on combatting homelessness, and the working relationship with the IU administration.
Thomson also shares what she considers her to be her top priority in the new year.
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