The “Increasing Neighborhood Safety” Forum on August 8 at the Windsor Park Branch Library drew many people from neighborhoods all around Austin for informational presentations and discussions among participants on partnering with law enforcement, police funding requirements, neighborhood watch, and community policing.
The comprehensive presentation on ‘APD 2016 Funding and Police Force Strength’ was made by APD Chief Art Acevedo who explained the $393.9 million budget needs with increases to include 82 new sworn officer positions with their vehicles and equipment, and specific unmet needs of staff for property crimes and PAL, open records specialists, 911 call takers, telecommunications, and communications training. He discussed the new police force strength model using ‘community engagement time’ to determine the number of officers needed to provide services for our large and growing population in Central Texas and that community policing methods will be utilized in the new staffing. He covered other topics and answered questions on a large number of public safety and police issues. We appreciate the Chief making time in his schedule to come to the meeting and talk with concerned neighbors about crime prevention, police services, and working together on safety for our city.
Cary Roberts of the Greater Austin Crime Commission thanked CLASP and neighborhood watch groups for their efforts in crime prevention and in educating the public about public safety issues and partnerships with law enforcement.
‘Reducing Crime and Building Community Relationships’ presented by Officer Joshua Visi covered the many duties of District Reps and services they provide, Neighborhood Watch Training in Region 4, benefits of community engagement as carried out by DRs, and establishing ties within neighborhoods.
‘Track Your Neighborhood’s Unique Crime Patterns’ by Jack Darby was an in depth look at how to use krimelabb in discovering what is happening around your area and learning more about types, frequency, time, and location of crimes.
Attendees were encouraged to contact their city council representatives regarding funding support for police services and to remain active and engaged in safety awareness and crime prevention in their neighborhoods. We also urge all residents of Austin to contact their representative about adequate funding for police, fire, and EMS services in Austin.
CLASP is dedicated to sustaining a network of neighborhood watch coordinators, providing information and opportunities for dialogue, and fostering relationships with law enforcement to develop and implement citizen led community policing engagement initiatives in Austin. We welcome your comments and suggestions. Our website iswww.claspatx.com.
Cary Roberts of the Greater Austin Crime Commission thanked CLASP and neighborhood watch groups for their efforts in crime prevention and in educating the public about public safety issues and partnerships with law enforcement.
‘Reducing Crime and Building Community Relationships’ presented by Officer Joshua Visi covered the many duties of District Reps and services they provide, Neighborhood Watch Training in Region 4, benefits of community engagement as carried out by DRs, and establishing ties within neighborhoods.
‘Track Your Neighborhood’s Unique Crime Patterns’ by Jack Darby was an in depth look at how to use krimelabb in discovering what is happening around your area and learning more about types, frequency, time, and location of crimes.
Attendees were encouraged to contact their city council representatives regarding funding support for police services and to remain active and engaged in safety awareness and crime prevention in their neighborhoods. We also urge all residents of Austin to contact their representative about adequate funding for police, fire, and EMS services in Austin.
CLASP is dedicated to sustaining a network of neighborhood watch coordinators, providing information and opportunities for dialogue, and fostering relationships with law enforcement to develop and implement citizen led community policing engagement initiatives in Austin. We welcome your comments and suggestions. Our website iswww.claspatx.com.
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