Community Update: Green Bay Police Chief talks summertime safety
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Green Bay Police Chief Chris Davis stopped by the Local Five studio Thursday morning to discuss safety for kids and families during the summer season and how the police department is involved with a newly launched city initiative focused on revitalizing and reengaging area neighborhoods.
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Thursday marks the last day of school for many students in the Green Bay area. As students begin their summer break, Chief Davis says it's important for parents to be aware of where their kids are and what they are doing.
We like to remind parents this time of year, the big thing is just know where your kids are and what they're doing, who they're with. Keep in mind that public spaces like parks get a lot busier this time of year. Everyone wants to be able to enjoy the parks, so kind of think about your behavior in the park and urge your kids to be good stewards of our public spaces.
Green bay Police Chief Chris Davis
Over the last few years, the department has reportedly had problems with gel blaster guns. Chief Davis says to just leave those at home and not bring them into public spaces, or kids using them could get into 'some pretty serious trouble.'
Along with the summer and warmer weather also brings with it an increase in bicyclist, motorcyclist, and pedestrian traffic. The Chief says that every day drivers need to just be aware of their surroundings and not follow too closely to a motorcyclist or bicyclist as they stop much faster than a car can.
Those on the bicycles and motorcycles should keep their heads on a swivel and be aware of their surroundings. Riders of either mode of travel mentioned should also be sure to wear a helmet. As for pedestrians, the Chief asks that they try to make themselves as visible as possible.
Chief Davis then talked about the new city initiative, starting in the Western Avenue neighborhood, which is all about focusing on revitalizing and reengaging area neighborhoods
This is a whole of city government program to try to really dig deep into neighborhoods where we can improve livability.
Green bay Police Chief Chris Davis
The program, as mentioned, will start in the Western Avenue Neighborhood with the 'Neighbors Together for Western Block Party.'
That event is said to be on June 9, starting at 4:00 p.m. Most of the activities are being planned to take place on the corner of Western and Perkins.
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Chief Davis says residents are encouraged to come out as they will have the opportunity to meet and connect with personnel from several departments throughout the city.
More information about the event can be found here.
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