On behalf of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Watch Program, we would like to invite you to participate in a conversation on the future of public safety in our city. The reason for this conversation is to give candidates for office in the upcoming election an opportunity to inform the citizens of Lincoln Park about their position on issues relating to Public Safety. Continue Reading →
Officers of the Lincoln Park Police Department along with program volunteers will be going throughout the city in the coming weeks in an effort to increase citizen’s awareness of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Watch Program. The purpose of the door to door canvassing is to explain what the Neighborhood Watch Program is as well to encourage residents to join. The officers or volunteers will have applications with them, which can be filled out at the time of the door to door canvassing or can be returned at a later date. This is a valuable organization, which can benefit all of our residents by helping keep our community safe, so please take the time to consider joining. For more information about the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Watch Program please call 313-381-3217 or visit www.lpnwp.org and www.facebook.com/lpnwp.
As children return to school, the Michigan State Police would like to remind motorists to pay attention to school bus lights and observe the school bus law. When approaching a school bus with its lights activated, motorists should always:
- Prepare to stop when a slowing bus has its overhead yellow lights flashing.
- Come to a complete stop at least 20 feet away from the bus when its overhead lights are flashing. Do not proceed until the bus resumes motion and/or you are signaled to do so by the bus driver.
- Proceed with caution when the hazard warning lights are flashing a school bus with its lights activated, motorists should always:
- Prepare to stop when a slowing bus has its overhead yellow lights flashing. Come to a complete stop at least 20 feet away from the bus when its overhead lights are flashing.
- Do not proceed until the bus resumes motion and/or you are signaled to do so by the bus driver.
- Proceed with caution when the hazard warning lights are flashing
Unfortunately no neighborhood is completely immune to crime. However, there are steps you can take to help keep your family and your neighborhood safe.
- Know where your children are. Have your children tell you or ask permission before leaving the house and give them a time to check in or be home. When possible, have them leave a phone number of where they will be.
- Help children learn important phone numbers. Have your children practice reciting their home phone number and address, and your work and cell phone numbers. If they have trouble memorizing these, write them down on a card and have them carry it at all times. Tell your children where you will be and the best way to reach you.
- Set limits on where your children can go in your neighborhood. Do you want them crossing busy roads? Playing in alleys or abandoned buildings? Are there certain homes in your neighborhood that you don’t want your children to go to?
- Get to know your children’s friends. Meet their parents before letting your children to go to their home and keep a list of their phone numbers. If you can’t meet their parents, call and talk to them. Ask what your children might do at their house and if they will be supervised.
- Choose a safe house in your neighborhood. Pick a neighbor’s house where your children can go if they need help. Point out other places they can go for help, like stores, libraries, and police stations.
- Teach children to settle arguments with words, not fists. Role-play talking out problems, walking away from fist fights, and what to do when confronted with bullies. Remind them that taunting and teasing can hurt friends and make enemies.
- Work together with your neighbors. Watch out for suspicious and unusual behavior in your neighborhood. Get to know your neighbors and their children so you can look out for one another.
Fourth of July is days away. Families and friends are getting together to celebrate with fireworks, picnics and more. After Independence Day, we hear of many accidents due to firework related injuries such as burns and injuries to the eyes. These injuries can arise when you are not properly prepared or take the proper precautions. Follow these tips to ensure your Fourth of July is fun and safe. Continue Reading →
