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The Monroe County Board of Commissioners has rejected a $30,000 request to support the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation’s efforts.

Incumbent Monroe County Commissioner Penny Githens has won the Democratic nomination for the District 3 seat on the Monroe County Board of Commissioners.

Incumbent District 3 Commissioner Penny Githens faced challengers Jody Madeira and Steve Volan at a Thursday debate at the Bloomington Country Club.

The law's supporters say it will alleviate Monroe County's housing problem, but critics point to the high cost of developing on slopes and the risk of erosion.

Monroe County Commissioner Penny Githens is seeking reelection to the District 3 seat on the Board of Commissioners this year.

The commissioners unanimously approved the board, which finances and operates capital facilities or improvements.

The commissioners are slated to vote on an ordinance to establish a CIB at their July 5 meeting.

Commissioner Penny Githens supported the request but Lee Jones and Julie Thomas both rejected it, saying they agreed with the residents who do not want the area to change.

The commissioners said they want to gather more information about court processes before continuing the committee meetings.

Many questions asked Wednesday will be the county commissioners’ responsibility to answer, but the lack of answers caused frustration and dismay.