we just got the news that our neighborhoods are getting more patrols and resources starting now. i am honestly blown away that we forced them to listen to us. keep an eye on things because we need to make sure this actually stays consistent.
February 17, 2016
Final supporters
The citizens of Queen Anne, Magnolia, Fremont and Ballard strongly request and urge the Mayor of Seattle, Seattle City Council and SPD to increase focus on curbing the growing epidemic of criminal activity in our neighborhoods through increased time, focus and resources, including but not limited to increased patrols and responsiveness to calls from citizens regarding illegal activity and potential threats.
It is apparent that these neighborhoods have experienced a significant and dramatic increase in criminal activity in recent months. Many of our neighbors and businesses report being victims of or witnessing crimes including home break-ins (some while occupied), stolen vehicles, stolen bicycles and other property, various property crimes, illegal narcotic distribution, known narcotic distribution sites, burglary, trespassing, and an overall concerning increase in suspicious activity.
Many residents in these neighborhoods are no longer feeling protected and safe, and are concerned for their children and their own safety. Slow or no response to citizens' calls regarding criminal activity and a expressed de-prioritization of property and drug crimes by the Mayor's office have appeared to increase criminal activity in these neighborhoods as "safe to commit crime zones" instead of "safe from crime zones" which the tax payers in these neighborhoods deserve. We are very grateful for the work and dedication of our local law enforcement and strongly exhort our elected representatives of the Mayor's office and City Council to increase its focus to "Make Seattle Safe Again."
Sincerely,
The Citizens of Queen Anne, Magnolia, Fremont and Ballard
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 23, 2015
Reached 100 supporters
December 17, 2015
468 Comments
I've seen statistics that our police force is not growing with the increase of our population density. We need to put more of our budget into the police force so that we don't overwork our current force; and provide better coverage for the taxpayers.
In September my family left our Ballard home of 21 years because we didn't feel safe with our neighbor's house turning into a drug haven for squatters.. The police need new policy on squatting and bicycle theft. Small unchecked crimes are causing a big problem.
Car prowls occur weekly. Package theft is common - especially by one well known, identified woman. With SPD staffing levels, these property crimes fall off the priority list and receive no response. The city needs to address this promptly.
The City of Seattle does many good things that I'm proud of, but safety is fundamental. We need to stop being one of the worst cities in the nation for property crime, and we need to ensure that investment in policing keeps pace with our neighborhoods' growth.
We've owned our Sunset Hill home since 2006, and experienced no crime for the first 8 years. But in 2015, we've had two home break-in attempts, our car was stolen 3 months ago, and our car window was smashed last month. No apparent increases in patrols.
It’s mind blowing how lax the security is in a city the size of seattle! It is the governments duty to protect its citizens!! We need to fund the cops to make the streets safer!
Capitol Hill too!
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we just got the news that our neighborhoods are getting more patrols and resources starting now. i am honestly blown away that we forced them to listen to us. keep an eye on things because we need to make sure this actually stays consistent.
February 17, 2016
Final supporters
The citizens of Queen Anne, Magnolia, Fremont and Ballard strongly request and urge the Mayor of Seattle, Seattle City Council and SPD to increase focus on curbing the growing epidemic of criminal activity in our neighborhoods through increased time, focus and resources, including but not limited to increased patrols and responsiveness to calls from citizens regarding illegal activity and potential threats.
It is apparent that these neighborhoods have experienced a significant and dramatic increase in criminal activity in recent months. Many of our neighbors and businesses report being victims of or witnessing crimes including home break-ins (some while occupied), stolen vehicles, stolen bicycles and other property, various property crimes, illegal narcotic distribution, known narcotic distribution sites, burglary, trespassing, and an overall concerning increase in suspicious activity.
Many residents in these neighborhoods are no longer feeling protected and safe, and are concerned for their children and their own safety. Slow or no response to citizens' calls regarding criminal activity and a expressed de-prioritization of property and drug crimes by the Mayor's office have appeared to increase criminal activity in these neighborhoods as "safe to commit crime zones" instead of "safe from crime zones" which the tax payers in these neighborhoods deserve. We are very grateful for the work and dedication of our local law enforcement and strongly exhort our elected representatives of the Mayor's office and City Council to increase its focus to "Make Seattle Safe Again."
Sincerely,
The Citizens of Queen Anne, Magnolia, Fremont and Ballard
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 23, 2015
Reached 100 supporters
December 17, 2015
468 Comments
I live in a condo adjacent to the Ballard Commons park and no longer feel safe walking my dog there. I have seen drug use on multiple occasions, needles on the ground and have even seen weapons. I have called 911 more than once, and noone ever seems to come.
I've seen statistics that our police force is not growing with the increase of our population density. We need to put more of our budget into the police force so that we don't overwork our current force; and provide better coverage for the taxpayers.
In September my family left our Ballard home of 21 years because we didn't feel safe with our neighbor's house turning into a drug haven for squatters.. The police need new policy on squatting and bicycle theft. Small unchecked crimes are causing a big problem.
Car prowls occur weekly. Package theft is common - especially by one well known, identified woman. With SPD staffing levels, these property crimes fall off the priority list and receive no response. The city needs to address this promptly.
The City of Seattle does many good things that I'm proud of, but safety is fundamental. We need to stop being one of the worst cities in the nation for property crime, and we need to ensure that investment in policing keeps pace with our neighborhoods' growth.
We've owned our Sunset Hill home since 2006, and experienced no crime for the first 8 years. But in 2015, we've had two home break-in attempts, our car was stolen 3 months ago, and our car window was smashed last month. No apparent increases in patrols.
It’s mind blowing how lax the security is in a city the size of seattle! It is the governments duty to protect its citizens!! We need to fund the cops to make the streets safer!
Capitol Hill too!
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I live in a condo adjacent to the Ballard Commons park and no longer feel safe walking my dog there. I have seen drug use on multiple occasions, needles on the ground and have even seen weapons. I have called 911 more than once, and noone ever seems to come.