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Ann Arbor resumes search for unarmed crisis-response model after earlier contract fell short
Ward Talk (CTN) · March 28, 2026
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Councilmember Jen Cornell said the city is again pursuing an unarmed crisis-response alternative to armed police responses, emphasizing training, partnerships and careful design after a prior contract did not meet the city's requirements.
Ann Arbor is continuing efforts to establish an unarmed crisis-response model to respond to mental-health emergencies alongside public safety, city officials said.
Councilmember Jen Cornell said a previous contractor did not meet the city’s requirements and the council chose not to proceed;…
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