Bloomington reports staffing gains, expands crisis-response options

Mar 31, 2026

Mayor Carrie Thompson and public-safety chiefs said Bloomington has sharply improved police and fire staffing, expanded a mobile integrated health response that handled at least 220 calls last year, and will study alternative 911 responses with LEAP.

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Mayor Carrie Thompson and Bloomington public-safety leaders on March 31 highlighted staffing gains and expanded nonpolice crisis response as part of efforts to stabilize public safety while the city pursues broader care options.

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