Neighborhood Strengthening ResourcesBlock Club Information -- strength and cohesiveness, where neighbors are familiar and communicate with each other frequently and effectively, is among the most effective of crime-deterrents of neighborhoods. Forming a block club can go a long way toward establishing and maintaining that sense of community. National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event promoting neighborhood cohesiveness and socializing as a crime prevention strategy that doubles as pure fun. Paint the Pavement and Boulevard Gardening -- neighborhood greening and community beautification have been shown to have a meaningful effect in reducing crime and blight. We are currently seeking candidate sites (and volunteers) for a "Paint the Pavement" project in District 6! The little things count! If you're casting about for ideas for community-building in your neighborhood, even at the simplest of levels, the Saguaro Seminar's 150 Ways to Build Social Capital can be a useful idea-jogger to start with.
Prevention & Reporting ResourcesGang & Gun Unit - Prevention / Intervention / Apprehension Crime Prevention Tips -- useful hints for crime prevention from the SPPD site. DSI Complaints Office -- reporting graffiti and other nuisance issues. Saint Paul Police: District 6 Weekly Crime Report Dept of Safety & Inspections (DSI) -- covers code enforcement, vacant buildings, nuisance abatement and other compliance issues Traffic Calming Signs and Stickers
Just for Feet
A limited number of bumper stickers that say " ON THE STREET, STOP FOR THE FEET!" are available at the District 6 office
Slow Down
"Slow Down, Respect our Neighborhoods Children" lawn signs are available at the District 6 Office. Supplies are limited!
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