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Program looks at apartment building crime |
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Written by FRANK PEEBLES
Citizen staff
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Monday, 12 May 2008 |
Owners and managers of apartment buildings get their first look at the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program today.
The first of three phases is a day-long workshop that begins this morning at 8:30 at the Van Bien Training Centre (at Van Bien elementary school).
Organizers said Monday that anyone who wants to attend last-minute is welcome to join the workshop simply by arriving before 8:30 a.m. and bringing the $45 registration fee. It includes lunch plus a number of number of presentations.
Those who take part in the program can work towards an official designation certifying they have completed the course and are using the design features aimed at reducing vandalism, theft, nuisance behaviour and an atmosphere of discomfort for residents.
“Crime free multi-housing promotes safe apartment living," said Diane Sears, co-ordinator with the Community Policing Centre, which is leading the program in Prince George. "Residents in apartment communities feel more connected to their community, and take responsible ownership of their accommodation through the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program ... It is resident-friendly yet effective in reducing crime in multi-unit apartment communities.”
Martin Bellwood, manager of Tiffany Place Apartments, said that he will be taking part and is looking forward to his rental building being certified by the program. He can use that designation as a major selling feature to attract responsible residents.
“There are great advantages to implementing the Crime Free Multi-Housing program in rental
apartment buildings," said Bellwood. "It gives residents a greater sense of security, and gives building owners a way to keep their property safe. There are benefits for everyone involved. We
think that there is real value in being able to promote our building in this way.”
Anyone interested in finding out more information about the program can view the information on the Community Policing Centre website: www.communitypolicing.princegeorge.ca
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Last Updated ( Monday, 12 May 2008 )
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