Explanation
Title
To proclaim October 2005 as Crime Prevention Month in the City of Columbus.
Body
WHEREAS, the vitality of our city depends on how safe we keep our homes, neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and communities; and
WHEREAS, crime and fear of crime destroy our trust in others and in civic institutions, threatening the community's health, prosperity, and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, people of all ages must be made aware of what they can do to prevent themselves and their families, neighbors, and co-workers from being harmed by crime; and
WHEREAS, the personal injury, financial loss, and community deterioration resulting from crime are intolerable and require investment from the whole community; and
WHEREAS, crime prevention initiatives must include self-protection and security, but they must go beyond these to promote collaborative efforts to make neighborhoods safer for all ages and to develop positive opportunities for young people; and
WHEREAS, adults must invest time, resources, and policy support in effective prevention and intervention strategies for youth, and teens must be engaged in driving crime from their communities; and
WHEREAS, effective crime prevention programs excel because of partnerships among law enforcement, other government agencies, civic groups, schools, faith communities, businesses, and individuals as they help to nurture communal responsibility and instill pride; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That Columbus City Council hereby proclaims October 2005 as Crime Prevention Month in Columbus and urge all citizens, government agencies, public and private institutions, and businesses to invest in the power of prevention and work together to make Columbus a safer, stronger, more caring community.