To the Arlington County Board, Manager, and Police Department:

We, the residents and community members of Green Valley, are deeply concerned about the ongoing violence, drugs, and crime in the corridor surrounding Drew Elementary School, Drew Park Playground and Splashground, John Robinson Jr. Town Square, and The Shelton Apartments.

The persistent concentration of illegal activities here has continued far too long--threatening the safety of our children, families, and neighbors every day--and must end.

We demand immediate action and petition Arlington County to fund dedicated law enforcement patrols during peak hours of illegal activity (daily after 4 PM) in the area around Drew and John Robinson Jr. Town Square to effectively, fairly, and fully enforce laws against:

-The sale and public use of illegal drugs

-Public consumption of alcohol or marijuana

-Smoking in non-smoking zones

-Gambling

-Violence and discharge of firearms

-Blocking sidewalks and public spaces

-Public urination

-Vandalism and destruction of public property (including park vegetation)

-Littering or dumping (including furniture in parks)

-Use of public parks outside operating hours

We recognize that enforcement, training, and accountability are no small tasks — but our children and community deserve safety, not excuses.

Green Valley has a proud history of resilience and civic engagement, and we are ready to work with Arlington County and the ACPD to build a safer, stronger future.

The time for action is now.

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Sincerely,

Residents and Community Members of Green Valley

(Dear neighbor: Please help us improve public safety in the corridor by signing this petition AND adding a comment with YOUR personal experiences in the corridor)