Tabitha Gallicano Asks:
Some have already answered this question on facebook. But here it is in case some missed it that might want to answer.
Property Crime and petty theft has increased in Kamloops over the last couple of years. We have initiated the Cap program on the North shore and have noticed an improvement with their presence. We have a great presence of RCMP as well as the re-emergence of neighbourhood block watches. There are further design and landscaping techniques we can utilize that also deters criminal behaviour. What are your thoughts on some provisions and/or steps within councils jurisdiction that could be implemented in order to reduce property and vehicle crime.
Supporting education initiatives for the public is the simplest way. Using that we can remind people to keep their doors locked, to store more valuable items in their homes or in locked sheds, and install motion sensor lights. We should also have easy information on how start a neighbourhood watch organization and find ways to support them. Getting to know your neighbours will help encourage them to keep an eye on your house as well as theirs. With the now full compliment of RCMP I hope that police presence will improve around the city.