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"In this edition, learn about the latest state mandate for businesses, which requires them to refuse service to any customers not wearing a mask. Also included is information on COVID-19 testing sites in Western Washington for anyone experiencing symptoms or fear they have been exposed to the coronavirus.
"We also want you to know about the many organizations and businesses donating hundreds of pounds of food, funding and resources to help our residents with food access during these challenging times. Our residents’ request for food assistance increased by nearly 1500% as the COVID-19 pandemic hit Washington state in March. We are incredibly grateful these businesses stepped up to help and want to acknowledge them in this issue.
Thanks for reading, and keep up the great work.
-The Community Life Foundation Team"
"We also want you to know about the many organizations and businesses donating hundreds of pounds of food, funding and resources to help our residents with food access during these challenging times. Our residents’ request for food assistance increased by nearly 1500% as the COVID-19 pandemic hit Washington state in March. We are incredibly grateful these businesses stepped up to help and want to acknowledge them in this issue.
Thanks for reading, and keep up the great work.
-The Community Life Foundation Team"
State opens phone line to help manage pandemic-related stress
The Washington State Health Care Authority has launched a new mental health support phone line, which can be reached at 1.833.681.0211 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends.
COVID-19 testing for high-risk populations
For anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or those who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive, there are many testing sites available in Western Washington.
Seattle, King County
For locations for free COVID-19 testing in King County, visit https://bit.ly/3fi5HoF.
Seattle drive-thru testing offered at:
The Washington State Health Care Authority has launched a new mental health support phone line, which can be reached at 1.833.681.0211 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends.
COVID-19 testing for high-risk populations
For anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or those who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive, there are many testing sites available in Western Washington.
Seattle, King County
For locations for free COVID-19 testing in King County, visit https://bit.ly/3fi5HoF.
Seattle drive-thru testing offered at:
- Aurora Testing Site, 12040 Aurora Ave N, Seattle WA 98133 Mon - Sat, 9:30am-4:30pm.
- SODO Testing Site, 3820 6th Ave South, Seattle WA 98108 Mon - Sat, 9:30am-4:30pm.
Starting July 7th, businesses will be required to ensure their customers or clients are wearing face coverings, the governor announced today. This is similar to the order that has been in place in Yakima. This requirement will be monitored by the state Department of Labor & Industries. There are exemptions to the previous Department of Health order, including people with certain disabilities or health conditions, people who are deaf or hard of hearing and children under the age of 2. The order does not require you to document or prove a reason for not wearing a face covering. If a business won’t allow you to enter their office or store, ask them what accommodations they can provide such as curbside pick-up, delivery or virtual meeting options.
Also, as of today, the governor has put a pause on all county applications to reopen due to high levels of COVID19 activity across the state. Counties will remain in their current phase for at least the next two weeks.
More information on this website, including where the orders will be posted:
https://coronavirus.wa.gov/information-for/you-and-your-family/face-masks-or-cloth-face-covering
More from the Governor's Office:
https://medium.com/wagovernor/inslee-extends-face-covering-requirement-for-businesses-statewide-and-halts-county-advancements-1a404f3f4a5f
Also, as of today, the governor has put a pause on all county applications to reopen due to high levels of COVID19 activity across the state. Counties will remain in their current phase for at least the next two weeks.
More information on this website, including where the orders will be posted:
https://coronavirus.wa.gov/information-for/you-and-your-family/face-masks-or-cloth-face-covering
More from the Governor's Office:
https://medium.com/wagovernor/inslee-extends-face-covering-requirement-for-businesses-statewide-and-halts-county-advancements-1a404f3f4a5f
Food Bank flyer updated June-10-2020.
Gloves no longer required.
Click flyer to download PDF file.
Gloves no longer required.
Click flyer to download PDF file.
Directive to wear face coverings
Starting on May 18, 2020, King County residents are
directed to wear face coverings in most public settings.
Watch video tutorial on making a simple face mask.
Starting on May 18, 2020, King County residents are
directed to wear face coverings in most public settings.
Watch video tutorial on making a simple face mask.
The Gardens Gazette Welcome Page - Updated April-21-2020
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Enter zipcode >> https://get-tested-covid19.org/
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Permanent Bus Pathway to Open for West Seattle/Downtown Buses
Permanent Bus Pathway to Open for West Seattle/Downtown Buses
King County Metro and SDOT have announced that, beginning on February 22nd, buses that formerly traveled between West Seattle to Downtown on the Alaskan Way Viaduct will access Downtown through Alaskan Way and Columbia Street. This is the permanent travel path planned for buses, and comes with the planned completion of two-way bus lanes on Columbia Street Downtown.
This will be an important improvement for many District 1 routes, including the RapidRide C Line, 21 Express, 37, 55, 56, 57, 113, 120, 121, 122, 123 and 125. Buses will no longer travel through the temporary routes on SODO or 1st Avenue. Planned bus stop locations are shown on the map below.
The C Line and the 120 (planned for conversion to the RapidRide H Line in 2021) carry a combined total of about 20,000 riders each day.
The next step will be the completion of dedicated transit lanes on Alaskan Way between South King Street and Columbia Street in lane 2021. Here’s a link to King County Metro and the SDOT Blog releases.
From Lisa Herbold's newsletter Feb-10-2020.
King County Metro and SDOT have announced that, beginning on February 22nd, buses that formerly traveled between West Seattle to Downtown on the Alaskan Way Viaduct will access Downtown through Alaskan Way and Columbia Street. This is the permanent travel path planned for buses, and comes with the planned completion of two-way bus lanes on Columbia Street Downtown.
This will be an important improvement for many District 1 routes, including the RapidRide C Line, 21 Express, 37, 55, 56, 57, 113, 120, 121, 122, 123 and 125. Buses will no longer travel through the temporary routes on SODO or 1st Avenue. Planned bus stop locations are shown on the map below.
The C Line and the 120 (planned for conversion to the RapidRide H Line in 2021) carry a combined total of about 20,000 riders each day.
The next step will be the completion of dedicated transit lanes on Alaskan Way between South King Street and Columbia Street in lane 2021. Here’s a link to King County Metro and the SDOT Blog releases.
From Lisa Herbold's newsletter Feb-10-2020.
SW Precinct JANUARY 2020 Newsletter - Crime prevention
SW Precinct January 2020 Newsletter - Tax Fraud and Scam Prevention!
Tax season is in full swing and we often see an increase in tax fraud and various forms of scams during this time of year. In order to combat this, the SW Precinct would like to provide our community with some helpful prevention information about these scams, as well as the most effective way to report them! Subsets of the population are more vulnerable to these types of scams- but everyone can help protect themselves by keeping the following ten practical suggestions in mind, provided by the Federal Trade Commission:
Here's how you can protect yourself during tax time:
Below you will find my contact information, including email address and phone numbers. Keep an eye out next month for a crime prevention bulletin! Below you will also find upcoming events in the SW Precinct in the next month, as well as other resources- such as the Seattle Police non-emergency phone number, the link for our online-reporting system and the link for how to ‘thank an SPD employee’. Contact me directly with questions, concerns, to request my presence at a future meeting, to discuss Block Watch, to request a free safety/security assessment of your home or business and/or if you are interested in free firearm cable locks or vehicle clubs. Please also contact me if you would like information about our new Paws on Patrol program, which launched in September 2019.
Email address: Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
Desk phone number: (206) 256-6820
Work cell phone number: (206) 471-2849
Upcoming events in SW Precinct-
Other resources-
Tax season is in full swing and we often see an increase in tax fraud and various forms of scams during this time of year. In order to combat this, the SW Precinct would like to provide our community with some helpful prevention information about these scams, as well as the most effective way to report them! Subsets of the population are more vulnerable to these types of scams- but everyone can help protect themselves by keeping the following ten practical suggestions in mind, provided by the Federal Trade Commission:
- Spot imposters- scammers will often try to disguise themselves as someone you trust (such as a government official, family member or charitable organization). Never send money or give our personal information in response to an unexpected request.
- Do online searches- try typing in the company or product name into a search engine with key words like ‘review’, ‘complaint’ or ‘scam’. You can also look up phone numbers to check on their validity.
- Do not believe caller ID and hang up on robocalls- technology makes it simple for scammers to fake a caller ID. If you receive a call asking for personal information or money, hang up. If you feel the caller is legitimate- try calling back a number, you know is genuine for that person or company. If you answer the phone and hear a recorded sales pitch, hang up and report this to the Federal Trade Commission and/or to local police. These calls are illegal and are often fake. Do not follow prompts, just hang up.
- Do not pay upfront for a promise- scammers may try to ask you to pay up front for debt relief, loan offers, mortgage assistance or a job (such as handy work or lawn maintenance).
- Consider how you pay- most credit cards have significant fraud protection built in, while other payment methods (such as wiring money through services like Western Union or MoneyGram) do not have these protections. Government offices and honest companies will not require you to use a risky payment method, keep this in mind when paying.
- Talk to someone- scammers will often want you to make decisions in a hurry and may even threaten you. Before you give money or personal information, slow down, check out the story, do an online search and maybe even talk to an expert or friend about the request.
- Be skeptical about free trials online- some companies will use free trials to sign you up for products and bill you each month until you cancel. Before you agree to a free trial, review the company’s cancelation policy and always check your monthly statements to review charges.
- Don’t deposit a check and wire money back- banks must make funds from deposited checks available within days, but discovering a fraudulent check can take weeks. If a check you deposit turns out to be fake, you are responsible for repaying the bank.
- Sign up for free scam alerts from the Federal Trade Commission at https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/scam-alerts - get the latest tips and advice about scams directly to your email.
Here's how you can protect yourself during tax time:
- Use a password-protected Wi-Fi connection when filing your taxes. Use a long and complex password, not just for your Wi-Fi but also for any accounts you’re using during the tax-filing process
- Get your return via direct deposit. If you must receive a return check via mail, have it sent to a locked mailbox
- Ask your tax preparer to use two-factor authentication to protect your documents and personal information
- Use an encrypted USB drive to save sensitive tax documents
- Never give information to anyone who contacts you by phone or online claiming to be from the IRS. The IRS will never contact you this way
- Monitor your accounts and online identity for any signs that your identity has been stolen. For example, if you see a sudden, unexpected change in your credit scores, it could indicate your identity has been stolen
- If you think you may be a victim of a scam, visit IRS Impersonation Scam Reporting
Below you will find my contact information, including email address and phone numbers. Keep an eye out next month for a crime prevention bulletin! Below you will also find upcoming events in the SW Precinct in the next month, as well as other resources- such as the Seattle Police non-emergency phone number, the link for our online-reporting system and the link for how to ‘thank an SPD employee’. Contact me directly with questions, concerns, to request my presence at a future meeting, to discuss Block Watch, to request a free safety/security assessment of your home or business and/or if you are interested in free firearm cable locks or vehicle clubs. Please also contact me if you would like information about our new Paws on Patrol program, which launched in September 2019.
Email address: Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
Desk phone number: (206) 256-6820
Work cell phone number: (206) 471-2849
Upcoming events in SW Precinct-
- West Seattle Crime Prevention Council Meeting
- Tuesday February 18th, 7pm- 8:30pm, at the SW Precinct (2300 SW Webster St.)
- Women’s Personal Safety Class
- Tuesday March 3rd, 6pm- 8:30pm, at the SW Precinct (2300 SW Webster St.)
- Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/90175331845
- Federal Trade Commission- https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/topics/money-credit
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tips for tax payers- https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tips-for-taxpayers-victims-about-identity-theft-and-tax-returns
Other resources-
- Seattle Police Department Non-Emergency Number: (206) 625-5011
- Seattle Police Department’s Website: http://www.seattle.gov/police/
- Seattle Police Department’s Online Crime Reporting: https://www.seattle.gov/police/need-help/online-reporting
- Seattle Police Department’s ‘Thank An Employee’: https://www.seattle.gov/police/about-us/contact-us/thank-an-employee
- Contact information for other SPD Crime Prevention Coordinators:
- North Precinct- Mary Amberg- Mary.Amberg@seattle.gov
- East Precinct- Joe Elenbaas- Joseph.Elenbaas@seattle.gov
- West Precinct- Barb Biondo- Barbara.Biondo@seattle.gov
- South Precinct- Mark Solomon- Mark.Solomon@seattle.gov
SW Precinct December Newsletter - Holiday Crime Prevention!
Danner, Jennifer <Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov>Wed, Dec 4, 2019 at 2:23 PM
Good afternoon,
This month’s SW Precinct crime prevention newsletter focuses on Holiday based crime prevention- including package/mail theft, street robberies, residential burglary and car prowl prevention!
Please see the newsletter attached and provided below.
Help us share this with your Block Watch Captains, community groups, neighbors and friends.
As always, let us know if you have any questions.
Happy Holidays!!!
Jennifer Danner #8048
Crime Prevention Coordinator
Southwest Precinct
Seattle Police Department
2300 SW Webster Street
Seattle, WA 98106-3485
Desk: (206) 256-6820, Cell: (206) 471-2849
Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
All emails and attachments, including personal information, sent to and from the Seattle Police Department are subject to the Washington Public Records Act, Chapter 42.56 RCW, and may be subject to disclosure to a third-party requestor.
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The winter Holidays are upon us! As we head into the Holiday Season, the Seattle Police Department often sees an increase in a variety of criminal activity- including package/mail theft, street robberies, residential burglary and car prowl. Please read the following crime prevention bulletin, addressing each of these four types of crimes.
As always, one of the most important things to remember is ‘If you see something- Say something!’ and to call 911 immediately to report suspicious behavior.
Around this time of year, we not only see an increase in the quantity of mail and packages delivered, but we also see an increase in theft. In order to reduce your risk of mail and package theft, we recommend the following helpful tips. For mail- never send cash in the mail, don’t leave outgoing mail unattended in the mailbox for pick up- drop it off at the post office instead, if you are going out of town- ask the post office to hold your mail until you return, keep your mailbox in good repair, make sure it is properly installed and consider a locking mailbox (contact your local postmaster for regulations). For packages- consider choosing a shipping method that requires a signature, ask the delivery service to hold the package for customer pick up, track packages/shipments online, considering buying a locking bin for packages, arrange to have the package delivered to work or a location where someone else can receive it and if none of these are viable options- at the very least request the package be placed in a discrete location that is not visible from the street.
When it comes to personal safety and street robbery prevention, the most important tip to remember is to always be aware and trust your instincts. Also, the SPD offers free Women’s Personal Safety Trainings- see page two for information about our next class. Below you will find specific suggestions tailored to specific topics/locations-
General Safety Tips
-Keep your head up and scan your surroundings, avoid ‘auto pilot’. Make eye contact with others so they are aware that you see them. This sends a message that you know they are there, and that you can also identify them if necessary. Walk confidently, project an assertive, confident image
-Use common sense- plan your route to avoid uninhabited parks, parking lots, garages and alleyways. Stick to well-lit areas as much as possible
-Develop a plan before you see trouble- crossing the street or entering a store may get you out of a potentially bad situation
-If a car follows you or beckons you while you are walking- do not approach it, instead turn around and walk quickly in the opposite direction
-If you are being followed, or you see a person or group that makes you feel uncomfortable, give yourself permission to act, cross the street, walk in another direction, go into a business or ask other people walking if you may walk with them
-Consider wearing clothing and shoes that you can move freely and quickly in, especially when walking or waiting for the bus
-Carry minimal items- overloading yourself can make you appear vulnerable
-When buying or selling items on secondhand goods websites (such as OfferUp, Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace), meet buyers/sellers in well lit public places. Consider meeting in the SW Precinct parking lot or lobby for increased safety
Safety on the Street
-Be cautious when carrying valuables (including holiday presents, shopping bags, jewelry, money or electronic devices)- keep hidden and/or secured- always keep positive control over your items
-When using an ATM- choose one located in a well-lit, busy area- like inside a grocery store and always put away your cash and card before leaving. Never display large sums of cash and don’t carry more cash than is necessary. If possible, never use an ATM at night
-Carry your purse very close to your body (preferably with a strap across your body if possible). Avoid walking alone at night
-Never hitchhike or accept rides from strangers
-If you are wearing headphones, make sure you are still able to hear outside noise
Responding to a Confrontation
-If a robber grabs your bag/purse- resist the urge to play tug-of-war. If you hang on chances are- you will be knocked down and further assaulted
-If someone demands your property and displays or implies in any way that they have a weapon, don’t resist. Your physical property isn’t worth getting injured or killed over
-Don’t pursue the thief, put distance between you and the thief
Spot and Avoid Potential Trouble
-Be aware of your surroundings and know who is nearby
-Pay attention to the uncomfortable feelings that often warn us of potential danger. Trust your instincts!
In additional to traditional residential burglary prevention strategies, there are some unique tips to consider around the Holiday Season! Try not to visibly display wrapped or received gifts through windows or doors, dispose of packaging- in which gifts or other purchases come in- by breaking down boxes and turning them inside out so the exterior writing does not show, and don’t put these boxes on the curb/near trash bins until collection day. Do not run holiday light extension cords inside through a window or door- consider installing an exterior outlet for your holiday lights, so that you don’t provide an opened and unlocked entry point into your home and if you are going to be away, let your trusted neighbor know when you plan to be out of town, so that they can watch your home and call 911 to report suspicious activity if seen. If are you going out of town- also consider submitting a ‘Request to Watch’ by calling the SW Precinct, and/or stopping by and speaking to the Desk Officer.
Lastly, regarding car prowls- we often see an increase in this particular crime around the holiday season due to holiday shopping and transporting gifts for holiday celebrations. As always, it is extremely important to keep these prevention tips in mind- never leave valuables in plain view (including holiday gifts- wrapped or unwrapped), hide chargers and accessories that indicate an electronic device may be in the vehicle, remove garage door openers, key cards and other keys from the vehicle, install anti-theft devices, if possible- activate alarm, whenever possible- park vehicle in a busy, locked, monitored and/or well-lit areas and always transport gifts in the trunk or in a concealed area. Keep in mind that the SW Precinct does offer free vehicle anti-theft devices! Contact me directly if you are interested!
Below you will find my contact information, including email address and phone numbers. Keep an eye out next month for a crime prevention bulletin! Below you will also find upcoming events in the SW Precinct in the next month, as well as other resources- such as the Seattle Police non-emergency phone number, the link for our online-reporting system and the link for how to ‘thank an SPD employee’. Contact me directly with questions, concerns, to request my presence at a future meeting, to discuss Block Watch, to request a free safety/security assessment of your home or business and/or if you are interested in free firearm cable locks or vehicle clubs. Please also contact me if you would like information about our new Paws on Patrol program, which launched in September 2019.
Email address: Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
Desk phone number: (206) 256-6820
Cell phone number: (206) 471-2849
Upcoming events in SW Precinct-
Other resources-
Danner, Jennifer <Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov>Wed, Dec 4, 2019 at 2:23 PM
Good afternoon,
This month’s SW Precinct crime prevention newsletter focuses on Holiday based crime prevention- including package/mail theft, street robberies, residential burglary and car prowl prevention!
Please see the newsletter attached and provided below.
Help us share this with your Block Watch Captains, community groups, neighbors and friends.
As always, let us know if you have any questions.
Happy Holidays!!!
Jennifer Danner #8048
Crime Prevention Coordinator
Southwest Precinct
Seattle Police Department
2300 SW Webster Street
Seattle, WA 98106-3485
Desk: (206) 256-6820, Cell: (206) 471-2849
Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
All emails and attachments, including personal information, sent to and from the Seattle Police Department are subject to the Washington Public Records Act, Chapter 42.56 RCW, and may be subject to disclosure to a third-party requestor.
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The winter Holidays are upon us! As we head into the Holiday Season, the Seattle Police Department often sees an increase in a variety of criminal activity- including package/mail theft, street robberies, residential burglary and car prowl. Please read the following crime prevention bulletin, addressing each of these four types of crimes.
As always, one of the most important things to remember is ‘If you see something- Say something!’ and to call 911 immediately to report suspicious behavior.
Around this time of year, we not only see an increase in the quantity of mail and packages delivered, but we also see an increase in theft. In order to reduce your risk of mail and package theft, we recommend the following helpful tips. For mail- never send cash in the mail, don’t leave outgoing mail unattended in the mailbox for pick up- drop it off at the post office instead, if you are going out of town- ask the post office to hold your mail until you return, keep your mailbox in good repair, make sure it is properly installed and consider a locking mailbox (contact your local postmaster for regulations). For packages- consider choosing a shipping method that requires a signature, ask the delivery service to hold the package for customer pick up, track packages/shipments online, considering buying a locking bin for packages, arrange to have the package delivered to work or a location where someone else can receive it and if none of these are viable options- at the very least request the package be placed in a discrete location that is not visible from the street.
When it comes to personal safety and street robbery prevention, the most important tip to remember is to always be aware and trust your instincts. Also, the SPD offers free Women’s Personal Safety Trainings- see page two for information about our next class. Below you will find specific suggestions tailored to specific topics/locations-
General Safety Tips
-Keep your head up and scan your surroundings, avoid ‘auto pilot’. Make eye contact with others so they are aware that you see them. This sends a message that you know they are there, and that you can also identify them if necessary. Walk confidently, project an assertive, confident image
-Use common sense- plan your route to avoid uninhabited parks, parking lots, garages and alleyways. Stick to well-lit areas as much as possible
-Develop a plan before you see trouble- crossing the street or entering a store may get you out of a potentially bad situation
-If a car follows you or beckons you while you are walking- do not approach it, instead turn around and walk quickly in the opposite direction
-If you are being followed, or you see a person or group that makes you feel uncomfortable, give yourself permission to act, cross the street, walk in another direction, go into a business or ask other people walking if you may walk with them
-Consider wearing clothing and shoes that you can move freely and quickly in, especially when walking or waiting for the bus
-Carry minimal items- overloading yourself can make you appear vulnerable
-When buying or selling items on secondhand goods websites (such as OfferUp, Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace), meet buyers/sellers in well lit public places. Consider meeting in the SW Precinct parking lot or lobby for increased safety
Safety on the Street
-Be cautious when carrying valuables (including holiday presents, shopping bags, jewelry, money or electronic devices)- keep hidden and/or secured- always keep positive control over your items
-When using an ATM- choose one located in a well-lit, busy area- like inside a grocery store and always put away your cash and card before leaving. Never display large sums of cash and don’t carry more cash than is necessary. If possible, never use an ATM at night
-Carry your purse very close to your body (preferably with a strap across your body if possible). Avoid walking alone at night
-Never hitchhike or accept rides from strangers
-If you are wearing headphones, make sure you are still able to hear outside noise
Responding to a Confrontation
-If a robber grabs your bag/purse- resist the urge to play tug-of-war. If you hang on chances are- you will be knocked down and further assaulted
-If someone demands your property and displays or implies in any way that they have a weapon, don’t resist. Your physical property isn’t worth getting injured or killed over
-Don’t pursue the thief, put distance between you and the thief
Spot and Avoid Potential Trouble
-Be aware of your surroundings and know who is nearby
-Pay attention to the uncomfortable feelings that often warn us of potential danger. Trust your instincts!
In additional to traditional residential burglary prevention strategies, there are some unique tips to consider around the Holiday Season! Try not to visibly display wrapped or received gifts through windows or doors, dispose of packaging- in which gifts or other purchases come in- by breaking down boxes and turning them inside out so the exterior writing does not show, and don’t put these boxes on the curb/near trash bins until collection day. Do not run holiday light extension cords inside through a window or door- consider installing an exterior outlet for your holiday lights, so that you don’t provide an opened and unlocked entry point into your home and if you are going to be away, let your trusted neighbor know when you plan to be out of town, so that they can watch your home and call 911 to report suspicious activity if seen. If are you going out of town- also consider submitting a ‘Request to Watch’ by calling the SW Precinct, and/or stopping by and speaking to the Desk Officer.
Lastly, regarding car prowls- we often see an increase in this particular crime around the holiday season due to holiday shopping and transporting gifts for holiday celebrations. As always, it is extremely important to keep these prevention tips in mind- never leave valuables in plain view (including holiday gifts- wrapped or unwrapped), hide chargers and accessories that indicate an electronic device may be in the vehicle, remove garage door openers, key cards and other keys from the vehicle, install anti-theft devices, if possible- activate alarm, whenever possible- park vehicle in a busy, locked, monitored and/or well-lit areas and always transport gifts in the trunk or in a concealed area. Keep in mind that the SW Precinct does offer free vehicle anti-theft devices! Contact me directly if you are interested!
Below you will find my contact information, including email address and phone numbers. Keep an eye out next month for a crime prevention bulletin! Below you will also find upcoming events in the SW Precinct in the next month, as well as other resources- such as the Seattle Police non-emergency phone number, the link for our online-reporting system and the link for how to ‘thank an SPD employee’. Contact me directly with questions, concerns, to request my presence at a future meeting, to discuss Block Watch, to request a free safety/security assessment of your home or business and/or if you are interested in free firearm cable locks or vehicle clubs. Please also contact me if you would like information about our new Paws on Patrol program, which launched in September 2019.
Email address: Jennifer.Danner@seattle.gov
Desk phone number: (206) 256-6820
Cell phone number: (206) 471-2849
Upcoming events in SW Precinct-
- Women’s Personal Safety Training
- Saturday December 14th, 10am- 1pm, at the SW Precinct Community Meeting Room (2300 SW Webster St)
- To register for this class, please visit the link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/79348279841
Other resources-
- Seattle Police Department Non-Emergency Number: (206) 625-5011
- Seattle Police Department’s Website: http://www.seattle.gov/police/
- Seattle Police Department’s Online Crime Reporting: https://www.seattle.gov/police/need-help/online-reporting
- Seattle Police Department’s ‘Thank An Employee’: https://www.seattle.gov/police/about-us/contact-us/thank-an-employee
- Contact information for other SPD Crime Prevention Coordinators:
- North Precinct- Mary Amberg- Mary.Amberg@seattle.gov
- East Precinct- Joseph Elenbaas- Joseph.Elenbaas@seattle.gov
- West Precinct- Barb Biondo- Barbara.Biondo@seattle.gov
- South Precinct- Mark Solomon- Mark.Solomon@seattle.gov
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Sign up in Activities Binder - B Bldg Past events: 2020 | 2019-1 | 2019-2 April 2020 Sunday April 5, 2020 *Community Advisory Committee 2 PM Usually 1st Sundays 2 PM - B Community Room Committee and guests discuss Camp Second Chance business. For more meeting information about CAC, visit Camp Second Chance web page. Meetings are reported on West Seattle Blog and are open to the public. *Minutes are posted to Seattle.gov Thursday, April 12, 2020 2-3:30 PM - D Building SW Corner White Center Food Bank Serving all D Building and C Building floors 4-6 April 13, 2020 2nd Fridays 3 PM - B Community Room AGRC Executive Board Meeting Open to all residents to attend 2nd Tuesday, April 14, 2020
2-3:30 PM - D Building SW Corner White Center Food Bank Serving all A Building and C Building floors 1-3 Thursday, April 23, 2020
2-3:30 PM - D Building SW Corner White Center Food Bank Serving all D Building and C Building floors 4-6 Thursday, April 23?, 2020
6 PM - B Community Room Arrowhead Gardens Resident Social * Celebrating Birthdays * Cake and Ice Cream * Door Prizes 2020 schedule for OLG community Meals
2020 Meal Schedule and Hosts Meals are served from 1-2pm January 26: Our Lady of Guadalupe February 23: Hope Lutheran March 29: NO MEAL. Join us at the school's Over 65 Luncheon RSVP. April 26: Holy Rosary May 31: Scouts June 28: Hope Lutheran July 26: Our Lady of Guadalupe August 30: Holy Rosary September 27: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints October 25: Our Lady of Gudalupe November: NO MEAL. Join us at the school's Over 65 Luncheon. RSVP. December 13: Holy Rosary ***Note this is not the last Sunday of the month! Sunday, April 26, 2020
6 PM - B Building Rock n Roll Bingo 4th Tuesday, April 28, 2020 2-3:30 PM - D Building SW Corner White Center Food Bank Serving all A Building and C Building floors 1-3 |
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> Where the nearest Seattle Emergency Communications Hub is -- and more.
> SR 99 Viaduct Replacement Schedule in Seattle
> Schedules for Social Security Payments.
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Blogs DirectoryThis is a landing page to find all blogs maintained by different user groups in the Arrowhead Gardens Residents community.
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DiningGet the low-down on dining events.
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Health and Safety ResourcesLiving is like dancing the Tango.
Find out about ways to improve your health; to stay healthy and active; and to prepare for emergencies. |
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Transportation ResourcesFind out about transportation options: shuttle vans, parking, bus routes, light rail, special needs, local hospital vans, car pools, etc.
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