Council Minute April 15
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Bloomington Police Department operational update and crime statistics
Mental health crisis response outcomes and partnership metrics
Police community engagement and youth outreach programs
2026 Parks, Arts, and Recreation Commission work plan
Bloomington Forward projects including Community Health and Wellness Center
Nine Mile Creek Corridor development
Arbor Day and Tree City USA recognition
Veterans Memorial at Harrison Park progress
Areas of Interest (4)
- Bloomington reports 10% drop in crime for 2025 alongside significant reduction in mental health crisis resource usage.
- City pushes forward with 2026 parks master plan featuring Nine Mile Creek Corridor and new community wellness center.
- Veterans Memorial project seeks community support through symbolic dog tag program to honor service members.
- City celebrates 40 years as a 'Tree City USA' with upcoming Arbor Day proclamation.
Notable Quotes (1)
34% reduction in crisis related reporting and a 27% reduction in emergency resources being used on the streets.
Public SafetyDiscussing mental health crisis response improvements.
People (2)
Tim BusyMayorProvides weekly council update and overview of city initiatives.
1 quote
Provides weekly council update and overview of city initiatives.
“10% reduction in total crime in 2025 compared to 2024.”
Reporting on public safety trends.
Booker HodgegesPolice ChiefProvided update on police department activities and crime stats.
Provided update on police department activities and crime stats.
Places Mentioned
BloomingtonNine Mile Creek CorridorHarrison Park
Events & Meetings (4)
- Monday, April 13th Council Meeting
- Volunteer Recognition Week: April 19th - 25th
- Arbor Day: April 24th
- Veterans Memorial completion target: Veterans Day 2025