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public safety

 

neighborhood resources

 
 

livability Committee

The Livability Committee attend to issues involving crime and community safety in East Bde Maka Ska, among other topics. All are welcome! Subscribe here to get updates.


Home Security Subsidies

East Bde Maka Ska Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) funds will reimburse residential property owners (owner-occupied or rented) up to $250 for security upgrades. For multi-unit residential properties with four or more units, the maximum subsidy is $1,000.


walking club

Join the East Bde Maka Ska Walking Club! The goal of these weekly walks is to build community, clean up litter, and send a signal that our residents are working together to take care of the neighborhood. Any volunteers will receive a free Community Safety Shirt and knit cap.


Neighborhood Block Captains

 

Seeking neighborhood Block Captains! Help create streamlined communication strategies to effectively keep neighbors updated with the latest news, information, celebrations and safety updates related to our neighborhood. If you’re a collaborator, mobilizer, and passionate about communication—we’re looking for you!

Please review the guide to understand expectations with this role before submitting an application:

 

Community Safety Meeting

On May 11, 2023, over 150 residents gathered to discuss a recent spike in neighborhood crime. Guests Ward 10 City Council Member Aisha Chughtai, and the MPD 5th Precinct's Insp. Katie Blackwell and Lt. Mike Frye fielded a range of questions regarding public safety.

 

mpd 5th precinct contacts

Faith Randal, Crime Prevention Specialist
Faith.Randal@minneapolismn.gov
612-673-5407

Ahmed Hassan, Crime Prevention Specialist
ahmed.hassan@minneapolismn.gov
612-673-5164


city resources

When to call 311 vs. 911
Learn the difference between emergency and non-emergency services.

Behavioral Crisis Response (BCR)
911 can send unarmed teams of mental health professionals, providing intervention, deescalation and more.

Homeless Response Team (HRT)
Sharing info that connects unsheltered individuals to resources, services and shelter.

Crime Tips & Alerts Signup
Help prevent crime, stay informed and keep East Bde Maka Ska safer.

KIA/Hyundai Software Patches
Free theft-deterrent software for millions of vehicles.

Minneapolis Crime Dashboard
Explore Minneapolis crime data through the City's comprehensive dashboard.

 

Register your Camera
The camera registry program helps MPD quickly locate cameras near a crime.

Public Safety Link
Learn how to report a crime, help crime victims and more.