District 2: Dick Scobee Elementary Recap

Neighbors near Dick Scobee Elementary came ready Thursday, Oct. 10 to chat about youth violence, access to resources for families new to the area, and community-based solutions.

The most pressing public safety issues in their community were:

• Gun violence
• Burglary and assault
• Homelessness around highways, freeways and off ramps
• Youth access to guns and alcohol
• Gang activity
• Car break ins and theft
• Lack of community and place
• Speeding on highways and residential streets
• General feeling of being unsafe, especially at night

For solutions, the group talked about:

• More police – in numbers and in presence
• Home security solutions
• Connecting families with resources for safety at home
• More opportunities for youth to connect with other youth after school
• Coordinated resources across the city with better funding
• More resources for outreach, shelter and food for the homeless
• Coordinated access to block watches and community service