Subject:

Westerville Path Watch

Releasing Officer:

Carrie Ryan

Date:

03/09/2010

Press Release Log #:

10-003

Report #:

N/A

Many citizens use the multi-use paths daily.  Jointly, we are asking citizens to take responsibility for the paths they travel, just like they do in their own neighborhoods.  The goal of a path watch is to have citizens assist in making our paths as safe and enjoyable as possible.  The crime prevention portion of this program enlists the active participation of citizens in cooperation with the police to reduce crime on or around the multi-use paths in the city. It involves citizens getting to know each other and working together in a program of mutual assistance; citizens being trained to recognize and report suspicious activity and the implementation of crime prevention techniques. With training and guidance from parks and police staff, a “Path Watch” can become a united and committed team. 

“Path Watch” participants will assist with safety concerns within the neighborhoods as well as the community.  The watch will ultimately help the city and police by providing us with extra eyes and ears on the paths.

The Westerville Parks & Recreation Department and Westerville Division of Police need your help. In early 2010 we will be establishing the “Westerville Path Watch” Program.  If you are interested in participating in this opportunity you are invited to attend an informational and orientation session:

When:  Wednesday March 24

Time:   @ 6:30 PM

Where: Westerville Community Center

For more information, contact Carrie Ryan @ 901-6490