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BLUE BADGE PATROL VOLUNTEER PATROL

BE THE EYES & EARS OF
YOUR COMMUNITY
KEEP FLINT SAFE!
Call the Mayor's Office to join or for more information - call 810-766-7346

The residents of the 1st Ward envision a community where everyone feels safe. The 1st Ward is a ward where there should be fewer beer and wine stores. Residents in the 1st Ward are proud of where they live. Trusted neighbors and thriving businesses are found in the 1st Ward.

	1st ward residents had a strong affinity for the schools located in the ward both open and closed. They believe these buildings provide natural spaces for more after school programming and community centers. The closed buildings were viewed as opportunities to house college extension programs;
	The north end mini-station was mentioned as both an asset and pace of opportunity to build stronger relationships with police officers and youth in the neighborhoods;
	Several people mentioned the need for youth centers;
	Residents were pleased with the new Social Security Administration Building coming to their ward;
	Residents also cited the strong presence of Block Clubs in their community;
	Churches in the 1st ward were lauded for not only providing spiritual enrichment, but for beautifying the surrounding areas.

The strategic priorities for Downtown were taken from the 4 wards that comprise the Downtown area. The top 4 priorities are listed below. 1.    Public Safety 2.    Human Services (especially those related to youth) 3.     New/Improved Housing Options 4.     Infrastructure 5.   Economic development 6.   New/improved housing options 7.   Building/property code enforcement 8.   Parks, trails, recreation

	Public Safety Increase police presence Train block clubs to identify public safety issues  Increase number of block clubs
	Economic Development Establish businesses in empty, vacant buildings Create technology centers/trade programs Increase funding for economic development Make building and safety inspections more effective Offer more financial assistance for small businesses

Additional:

	Promote youth centers
	Promote community centers
	Increase activities for youth recreation
	Increase number of demolitions
	Improve building, safety and blight code enforcement
	Organize neighborhood clean ups

February 24, 2010,  Hasselbring Center,  1002 Home Avenue

Public Safety Enforce existing laws-including loitering Enforce existing laws - jaywalking Improve 9-1-1 response Increase police presence Increase community participation in block clubs (including young people)

Economic Development Increase diversity of businesses Promote programs for youth/young adults (mentoring, apprenticeship, jobs) Promote activities for kids Assess and improve playgrounds Improve parks maintenance (including standing water) Give residents greater voice Increase awareness about human services available to residents Slow traffic on residential streets Teach gardening and grow food at churches

March 15, 2010, Northend Mini-station,  4535 MLK Avenue

	Public Safety Increase public safety around schools Provide training around public safety Enforce existing laws - including loitering Organize residents around public safety Provide space for block club meetings at north end mini-station Offer funding and training to strengthen block clubs Increase police presence
	Economic Development Conduct a market analysis to identify new business prospects Increase access to healthy foods and groceries

Additional Beautify around north end mini-station Create a system to notify residents about community events Create networking program to get to know residents Promote youth oriented programming at Bryant Identity elderly residents so support can be administered Promote job opportunities for youth

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