Bloomington Board of Public Safety, October 15, 2026

The City of Bloomington Board of Public Safety met on October 15, 2026. The Board approved the consent agenda, including prior minutes, claims filed from September 12 through October 9, and payroll covering September 18 through October 2. The mayor announced the appointments of Brian Pendergraft as deputy chief and Mike Baker and Lucas Tate as captains. The Board also approved conditional employment offers for Brian James, Jordan Grant, and Maverick Wells, contingent on their completing the remaining hiring requirements.

No police department large purchases or expenditures were reported, and no contract awards or bid approvals were discussed. The Fire Department reported that its new facility was substantially complete and staff were moving in. It also noted a bond presentation and said it expects to secure or dedicate the associated funds early next year; no amount or specific funding action was given. The Board certified the executive session and adjourned.