Residents can learn about how to make their neighborhoods safer during a community meeting with the Kent Police Department at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, at Sunnycrest Elementary School, 24629 42nd Ave. S.

The focus is to bring police leadership and community members together to address crime concerns and introduce resources that police can provide to assist residents in making their neighborhoods safer and more secure, according to a police media release.

This will be a great opportunity to talk to Kent Police Chief Ken Thomas, command staff and other personnel about crime trends, prevention and department programs.

Staff also will present information about its fair and impartial police training that employees will attend this year.

A cornerstone of the police strategy for creating safe communities lays in Intelligence Led Policing. This practice uses real-time crime intelligence, sharing information with partners, pro-active problem solving and community partnerships to address the issues of crime while improving the quality of life.

The Kent Police Department hosts four community meetings each year, rotating them through various neighborhoods. Staff encourages residents to attend these meetings to have their questions or concerns addressed.

For additional information, go to kentwa.gov/police.