Denver Police utilize new traffic safety equipment in northwest Denver

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

Denver, CO - 

In conjunction with a citywide effort to reminder drivers and pedestrians about traffic safety, Denver Police are preparing to roll-out two new speed trailers in northwest Denver’s Police District 1.  The new equipment, acquired with the assistance of Councilwoman Judy Montero, will provide police with an improved tool to increase traffic and pedestrian safety. 

The speed detecting trailers are portable and serve as a visual cue to drivers to increase awareness of their speed and driving habits.  The portability of the units allows police to intentionally deploy them to known problem locations.  Additionally, the new equipment records speed and time data allowing police to more clearly identify and understand problem locations where enforcement may be needed.Image

Denver Police District 1 Commander Paul Pazen believes the new trailers will increase public safety by encouraging voluntary compliance with speed limits in neighborhoods and busy thoroughfares in northwest Denver.

News and Notices from District 9

Free Parent Seminars to be Offered During Child Abuse Prevention Month
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Denver Human Services will host free Love and Logic Parenting seminars throughout April to provide simple solutions and techniques to help parents with children of any age. The parenting seminars are part of a variety of monthly activities throughout the Denver community to strengthen families.
o   Northwest Denver: At this seminar, we will discuss the importance of teaching kids how to deal with money including allowance, basic budgeting and financial decision making.  Parents will walk away with tips on how to guide their kids to solve their own problems using critical thinking skills. Tuesday, April 30 at 6 p.m. @ La Alma Recreation Center — 1325 W 11th Ave.
To register, call 720.944.6005. For a list of activities during child abuse prevention month and how you can become involved, visit www.denver.org/preventchildabuse.  
 
9Health Fair – Spring Fairs Now Being Offered
o   Over 20 free and eight low cost health screenings to keep your health in check
o   Anyone 18 or older can participate
o   Online registration at most sites
o   Personal health results mailed or secure electronic results for online registrants
o   Great value for those who have insurance or not
Visit www.9healthfair.org for details and fair locations
 
FREE Energy Workshop For Older Homes In Denver
Do you live in a mid-century (or older) home? The City and County of Denver’s Denver Energy Challenge is hosting a free energy workshop for older homes on May 29th from 6p-7p at Kirk of Bonnie Brae (1201. S Steele Street, Denver 80210). Come to this workshop and learn the Do’s and Do Not’s of energy efficiency in older homes, how to prioritize energy upgrades and what incentives are available to help with your energy projects. Experts from the Denver Energy Challenge will be presenting and answering questions from homeowners. RSVP here: http://www.denverenergy.org/RSVP
 
Securely Dispose of Your Old Documents at the Metro Shred-a-thon
May 18th (7am – Noon)! It’s time to start collecting old financial records for this year’s KUSA 9News and Metro Crime Stoppers annual Shred-a-thon event. The 2013 Shred-a-thon will be held at five locations in the Denver-metro area:  
o   KUSA 9NEWS, 500 Speer Blvd., Denver
o   Aurora Municipal Courthouse, 14999 E. Alameda, Aurora
o   Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Bronco’s Parkway
o   Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 200 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden
o   Westminster Police Department, 9110 Yates St., Westminster
 
 
 
Link

http://blogs.denverpost.com/thespot/2013/04/16/denver-city-council-sets-pedestrian-and-bicycle-safety-as-top-priority-for-the-coming-budget/94155/

http://blogs.denverpost.com/thespot/2013/04/16/denver-city-council-sets-pedestrian-and-bicycle-safety-as-top-priority-for-the-coming-budget/94155/

 

Please read the above article. This years Council retreat was very productive! I am happy that the North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative and Health impact assessment over neighborhoods during the planning process made it the Council priorities’.

News and Notices for April

  •  Denver SafeNite Program and Curfew Ordinance
    Denver Public Safety diversion officers and police officers team-up every year from April to September to run the Denver SafeNite Program. The program offers court diversion opportunities for youth 17 years of age and younger while police actively enforce Denver’s Curfew Ordinance. While enforced year-round, active enforcement begins Friday, April 5, 2013. Denver’s Curfew Ordinance prohibits youth from being in a public place or on public property from 11:00 PM—5:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday, and 12:00 AM—5:00 AM Friday and Saturday. For more information, CLICK HERE, or contact Tiffany Vu at 720-913-4619 or Commander Magen Dodge at 720-913-6024.

 

  • Recycle Your Old Electronics at Denver’s Eco-Rally

RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!  Recycle your old electronic devices, such as televisions and computers, at Denver’s Electronics Recycling “Eco-rally” Collection Event. Now is the perfect time to recycle those old computer monitors, TVs, laptops, fax machines, VCRs, DVRs and other electronics. Beginning July 2013 it will be illegal for Colorado residents to dispose of electronic materials (e-waste) in landfills, and these items will no longer be accepted in your trash.

  • When:  Saturday, April 27 from 9am – 3pm
  • Where: University of Denver parking lot (north of the intersection of Buchtel and South Josephine)
  • Cost: (cash or check only) $5/vehicle (includes the first two recycled screens, extra screens=$5)

Recycling is by appointment only, and spaces are limited! Visit www.denvergov.org/ecorally to select your time slot and for more information.

 

  •  Earth Day Denver 2013 (April 22nd)

Environmental Health needs for volunteers for Earth Day Denver 2013, the City’s official Earth Day celebration on Monday, April 22nd. There are 1 ½ – 3 hour shifts available from 7 AM – 4 PM. Please get permission to volunteer from your supervisor before contacting the event coordinator, Mim Mirsky @ 720-856-5477 or Mim.Mirsky@denvergov.org. Even if you can’t volunteer, plan to stop by the Earth Day Fair on April 22nd from 10 AM to 2 PM in the City & County Building Plaza (or Wellington Webb Building Atrium, in case of bad weather). Learn about local environmental businesses, services, and causes – and grab lunch from some of Denver’s favorite food trucks and see cool near zero emissions vehicles on display!

 

  • Join Imagine-NATION!
    Denver Arts & Venues is launching “Imagine 2020: Creating a Future for Denver’s Culture.” As we develop a citywide cultural plan, we will be out in the community generating buzz and gathering data from the public. We need street team volunteers to help us April – June. Activities include:
  • Attending cultural events
  • Conducting short surveys
  • Distributing information about the Denver Cultural Plan
  • Assisting with activities to engage the public
  • Ability to lift and transport boxes, tables, etc.

Arts & Venues will provide volunteers with Thank You gifts. Interested in helping? Please email Patricia.AbrahamMuhammad@denvergov.org.

Riverwatch Safety Group Kick-Off Meeting TONIGHT!

ATTENTION ALL CHERRY CREEK AND

 SOUTH PLATTE RIVER TRAIL USERS!

If you walk, bike, run and enjoy our river trails, please join this important meeting with:

Councilwoman Judy Montero

Denver Police District 6

Greenway Foundation

Lower Downtown Neighborhood Association

For a Riverwatch Safety Group Kick-Off Meeting

Thursday, November 1st, 2012

Community Room at 1551 Larimer Street, 80202

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Hosted by Judy Joseph

RSVP to amanda.sandoval@denvergov.org or call 720-337-7709

 

Recently, there have been concerns about increased crime activity in and around the Cherry Creek and South Platte River trail areas. In an effort to make our river trails safer for everyone, please attend this important meeting to:

  • Learn safety tips from the Denver Police Department when using river trails.
  • Receive safety whistles and City of Denver contact lists to report crime or other safety issues.
  • Discuss the formation of a Riverwatch Safety Group to engage residents and neighbors to proactively prevent crime and increase safety throughout our river trails.

Riverwatch Safety Group Kick-Off Meeting

ATTENTION ALL CHERRY CREEK AND

 SOUTH PLATTE RIVER TRAIL USERS!

If you walk, bike, run and enjoy our river trails, please join this important meeting with:

 

Councilwoman Judy Montero

Denver Police District 6

Greenway Foundation

Lower Downtown Neighborhood Association

 

 For a Riverwatch Safety Group Kick-Off Meeting

Thursday, November 1st, 2012

Community Room at 1551 Larimer Street, 80202

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Hosted by Judy Joseph

RSVP to amanda.sandoval@denvergov.org or call 720-337-7709

 

Recently, there have been concerns about increased crime activity in and around the Cherry Creek and South Platte River trail areas. In an effort to make our river trails safer for everyone, please attend this important meeting to:

  • Learn safety tips from the Denver Police Department when using river trails.

 

  • Receive safety whistles and City of Denver contact lists to report crime or other safety issues.

 

  • Discuss the formation of a Riverwatch Safety Group to engage residents and neighbors to proactively prevent crime and increase safety throughout our river trails. 

Denver Police Encourage Community Awareness

From Denver Police – Denver Police are encouraging members of our community to be vigilant and timely in reporting suspicious behavior and individuals in and around schools.

 

In light of the recent tragedy in the City of Westminster, Denver Police have provided the below information.

 

By following these safety tips, you can help keep your loved ones safe:

 

- Teach your children not to talk with strangers.

 

- Never approach a motor vehicle for someone asking directions. Adults don’t need directions from KIDS!

 

-Never get into a car with someone you don’t know, for any reason.

 

- Never take candy from a stranger or approach a stranger to see his nice puppy dog in the car.

 

- If a stranger does approach your child, tell them to remember the license plate number of the motor vehicle and to report this information to you immediately.

 

-Create a walking school bus. This term refers to a walking group of children walking to or from school with one or more adults.

 

-Never play in deserted areas — such as empty playgrounds, parks, construction sites or dumps.

 

-Teach your child how to use the telephone and how to call the police, 911 if available.

 

 

These safety tips are not intended to cover all areas.  Please find the below link to a more exhaustive list and more safety information. You are the eyes and ears of your community. The police can’t be at all places at all times. Get involved and report suspicious activity.

 

“Safety begins with all of us working as a team. Together, we will continue to create a safer and more vibrant community”, said Denver Police Chief Robert White.

 

Any citizen wanting to report a crime can call Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867). You can text to: CRIMES (274637) then title DMCS and enter your message or send an e-mail to metro-denvercrimestoppers.com. If the information you provide leads to the arrest and charging of a wanted individual, you can receive a cash award up to $2,000.

 

http://www.safetycops.com/k5_safety.htm