The following parts of the seminar probably stand out as the most helpful to the majority of respondents:
- Hearing from various community Neighborhood Watch groups at the meeting pointed out that we certainly can learn from each other, however, it also demonstrated our diversity on the Island.
- While it is important that island-wide initiatives be set in place each community needs to set its own focal points and decide its own priorities and tackle those most pressing issues.
- Having the attention of our Police Chief, James Correa, for the entire day as well as having so many of the Police Department present was very much appreciated.
- Having the officers facilitate the prioritizing of crucial issues in the small groups was very important in developing cohesion between the police staff and neighborhood residents (some groups, on the other hand, found their facilitator not responsive to their needs within the community).
- It was important to have representation from our County Council; they were active participants as well as good listeners.
- Regarding representation from our Police Commissioners, a couple of things stand out "I didn't know we could talk to them" and another was "I didn't know they represented Districts".
- Aside from law enforcement your Community Policing Officer is available to work on solutions for issues within your community.
- It was pointed out that "Feedback" is an essential part of enhancing partnerships between community and police department and other community agencies.
- Numerous comments indicate that "lack of communication/trust" were causes in misunderstandings departments'/community's roles and responsibilities.
- That we need to begin addressing the issues raised at Solutions to insure continued community enthusiasm and involvement - starting with the agreed
Top 4 Issues: Drugs, Traffic, Manpower/Staffing and Property Crimes.
Lilian Beaufrere, Chair
konalil@hawaii.rr.com
phone/fax: 808-325-0039
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