They will learn how to access services and support group and will learn crime-prevention strategies. The reason for four separate boards is that each area of the city has its unique concerns. Normally, the police concentrate on major crimes, but we also have to know of other problems that people care about. Civilian membership is drawn from neighborhood councils, neighborhood watch patrols and other community activists. The four groups meet in plenary session with the chief annually or as needed to discuss common concerns.
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Residents can be more effective at identifying and understanding neighborhood problems, and they can be more proactive in helping our officers solve crimes. Crimes ranging from homicides to sexual assault to aggravated assault to theft will be reported. Community alerts, information about wanted offenders and community policing news will also be provided.