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City response to federal immigration enforcement

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Bloomington City Council responds to activities surrounding immigration enforcement

January 16, 2016 - The Bloomington City Council affirms our long-standing commitment to being a welcoming and inclusive city where all people can live, learn, work, and engage with local government without fear. Public safety in our city depends on trust between residents and institutions, and our social and economic vitality relies on the contributions of workers, families, and businesses from diverse backgrounds. Keep reading.

Community support resources

View a list of community support resources where you can donate, volunteer or access food and other supplies.

Hennepin county is providing responsive services for individuals, families and communities.

Will the Bloomington Police Department ask for my immigration status if I call 911?

Does the Bloomington Police Department keep a list of undocumented immigrants?

Does the Bloomington Police Department enforce federal immigration laws?

Have federal agencies asked the Bloomington Police Department to assist with immigration enforcement?

What is the "whole of government" approach to immigration enforcement?

This term refers to the federal government's strategy of using multiple federal agencies to enforce immigration laws, including Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Federal Bureau of Investigation
(FBI), US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and U.S. Marshals. However, this does not involve local law enforcement agencies like Bloomington Police Department.

Does the Bloomington Police Department check my immigration status during a traffic stop?

Legal and community resources

We recognize that the recent surge in federal immigration enforcement may be causing stress and uncertainty for members of the communities we serve. Immigration law is highly complex, and everyone’s circumstances are unique. While it is not the City’s role to provide advice on individual civil matters, we remain committed to supporting our community by sharing links below to trusted legal resources and additional support services. This is not legal advice. For legal advice, contact a lawyer.

If you believe a loved one or community member may have been detained by Immigration and Customs and Enforcement, the following resources are available to help you find information and support.

Uniforms worn by City of Bloomington employees

Many City of Bloomington employees who work in the field wear uniforms. This may include staff from police, fire, public works, and inspections who interact with and provide services for the community and businesses.

There are multiple federal agencies in the Twin Cities area. To become familiar with uniforms worn by City of Bloomington employees, please review the photos on this page.

City employees will never ask someone for their immigration status or participate with any federal immigration enforcement activity. City of Bloomington police officers do not wear masks to hide their identity.