Establishment of Department of Community Crisis Response
Cleveland
Summary
Cleveland is establishing a new Department of Community Crisis Response to provide an unarmed fourth option for 911 calls involving mental health or behavioral health crises.
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Last discussed Feb 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Details on ongoing operational costs will be determined as the department builds out its leadership and staffing.
Residents experiencing mental health crises and first responders who will have specialized backup.
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Cleveland is establishing a new Department of Community Crisis Response to provide an unarmed fourth option for 911 calls involving mental health or behavioral health crises.
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