Learn how to start a Kent Block Watch program

Residents can learn how to start up a Block Watch program at a class led by the Kent Police.

The Kent Police will offer a class Sept. 26 about how to start a Block Watch program.

The Kent Police will offer a class Sept. 26 about how to start a Block Watch program.

Residents can learn how to start up a Block Watch program at a class led by the Kent Police.

The class will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26 at Council Chambers at City Hall, 220 Fourth Ave. S.

Block Watch 101 is designed to help neighborhoods form a new block watch or revive and old one. This is an opportunity to hear about crime trends in the city from the Neighborhood Response Team officers, learn crime prevention tips and how to set up a block watch.

If you are interested in attending, RSVP to your public education specialist contact:

• West Hill/Valley: Sara Wood at 253.856.5851 or swood@kentwa.gov.

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• East Hill: Stacy Judd at 253.856.5883 or sjudd@kentwa.gov.

For more crime prevention tips, visit www.kentpoliceceu.com.

For crime stats where you live, work, or play visit www.kentcrimereports.com.


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