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Dear Neighbors, here’s a quick week update on a few community issues.
Monday, July 5th at 7pm – Bates Area Civic Association (Mt.SinaiChurch on 3rd and Q ST) Meeting. This meeting is extremely important as the nomination process for Civic Association officers is beginning. We are currently in the processes of having for the first time, elected officers to include: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasures, and Members at Large. The people we nominate and elect will be key in working with our elected officials and neighbors to move our community forward. In order to vote, you must be an active BACA Member and have paid your dues, dues are $20. We need people to work for the betterment of our neighborhood, so please bring nominations and votes forward.
SAVE THE DATE, Thursday, July 14th at 7pm we will be doing a neighborhood safety walk with members of the Metropolitan Police Department. I am still working the details so more information is coming. Please come out, meet our police officers, take a walk through our neighborhood and make a difference.
53 Sex Registered Sex Offenders in PSA 501. Our Police Service Area has 53 registered sex offenders; 22 within a 0.5 miles radius of P and First ST NW. To learn more about this issue and see who is on the registry and where they live, you may go to this link http://sexoffender.dc.gov and enter your address.
Town Hall Meeting with Council Member Thomas. The one closest to us will be on July 13 at 7pm. The meeting will take place at AllNationsBaptistChurch, 2001 North Capitol Street, NE. Let me know if you want to share a ride.
2 Neighbors Reported by Neighbors Are Fined by MPD and DPW for Illegal Dumping. This week, 2 neighbors that were illegally dumping trash in the neighborhood were photographed doing the dumping and reported to MPD. MPD responded promptly and issued the fines. If you have illegal dumping taking place in your area and happen to witness it, take photos discreetly and reported it to 911.
MPD REMINDS IPHONE USERS TO PROTECT THEIR PROPERTY
Although the number of robberies in the District of Columbia is down 14 percent compared with this time last year, the Metropolitan Police Department is seeing a spike in the number of robberies involving the Apple iPhone. This ubiquitous, expensive device appeals to criminals because it can be easily reprogrammed, or erased, and quickly sold for cash.
These incidents often occur as a “mugging” on the street. People have also had their phones snatched from their hands as they walk down the street, or taken from tables while sitting at restaurants. Although the vast majority of these offenses do not involve physical harm to the victim, this is a disconcerting trend that deserves attention.
The MPD is reminding people to be aware of their surroundings, especially while walking down the street and talking on the phone. It is particularly important to be aware of your surrounding if you are walking alone at night. Do not leave your phone on a table while dining out, as this may also attract would-be thieves.
As always, if you observe any suspicious activity, please call 911 immediately.
Bates Area Civic Association 