Bloomington business consultant announces bid to run for Ward 5 council seat

Posted on August 26, 2024
Mike Straza. (Photo courtesy: Mike Straza)

By Blake Haas

BLOOMINGTON – A former mayoral candidate in Bloomington announced his plans on Monday to run for Ward 5.

Mike Straza, a business consultant and mentor, said his 40 years in Bloomington gave him the experience needed for the position.

“As your Ward 5 Representative, I want to capitalize on all that is good and exciting in our community to make it even better. Serving my neighbors and the whole community would be an honor. If elected by the voters in Ward 5, I look forward to working with my neighbors and community leaders to support my Building Bloomington Together vision.”

Nick Becker, who currently represents Ward 5, has yet to announce his plans for the future.

Ward 5 represents the city’s near-east side.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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