Members of each council identify the most significant crime and quality of life problems or issues specific to their neighborhood. One CJC, the Globeville CJC, identified lack of parental supervision for youth as an important issue. The Capitol Hill Community Justice Council has identified drugs, alcohol and domestic violence as priority issues.
Members work on proactive strategies to improve the quality of life in their neighborhood.
Community Justice Councils also work on other community problems and issues such as graffiti, speeding, auto theft, and youth leadership development. Together, they develop and coordinate approaches for dealing with neighborhood crime and quality of life issues. The Justice Councils emphasis is on strategic planning and community capacity building so that Council members can develop comprehensive strategies for addressing neighborhood problems. The CJC is comprised of people from a particular neighborhood who are dedicated to building a safe community. The Denver District Attorney s Community Justice Unit organizes the CJCs.