The County of Grande Prairie is pushing crime prevention in its communities after approving the Crime Prevention Committee’s Annual Work Plan in December.
According to the county, the plan emphasizes finding ways to reduce crime and makes sure residents feel secure in their community.
The plan is timely as County Reeve Bob Marshall says when highlighting the importance of addressing rural crime in the Grande Prairie area. Marshall says crime reduction was identified as a major concern among residents, and adds that his council has heard residents “loud and clear” and actions are now being taken as a result.
“People have told us loud and clear that reducing crime and feeling safe are their top concerns,” he says. “By really focusing on stopping crime, we want to build trust, unity, and a strong sense of community in the county,”
Among the plans identified, two highlights stand out; strengthening the focus on rural crime watch committees and exploring virtual meeting options to ensure that committee members are well-connected to discuss crime reduction options.
The Annual Plan was developed through collaboration with law enforcement, the Crime Prevention Committee, and county council and includes short, medium, and long-term strategies to continue crime reduction in the Peace Country.
