A number of city officials are active participants in BHEN including our City Council representative, Police District Commander, neighborhood police sergeant, Midtown Benefits District staff, and many more. While walking, the patrols communicate with the police if they see anything that looks suspicious. They also make note of any property that needs attention. Midtown Benefits District staff provides training for the volunteers and often joins their walks. For more information, or to join the Walkers, contact Walkers Coordinator .
Drivers use their own cars, placing a magnetic sign on the door for easy identification.
To volunteer for COP, contact the MRIA secretary . The Court Watch program is successful in reducing crime through maximum sentencing and stay away orders at trials. The program is based on the fact that one person often commits several crimes in a neighborhood. When that person is arrested, the crimes stop. The success of the Court Watch program sends the message that it is not cost-effective to commit crimes in Bolton Hill.