Broken Arrow City Council
Meeting of: 1-15-2019
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Presentation regarding the Broken Arrow Police Department partnership with Neighbors App by Ring
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Background:
The Broken Arrow Police Department is the first agency in the state to join “Neighbors” by Ring. The free Neighbors app will provide the Broken Arrow community with real-time, local crime and safety information. Residents can download the free Neighbors app, join their neighborhood, and use the app to share and receive safety alerts in real-time to reduce crime. This free program has proven effective in other state to help increase safety and reduce crime. Residents who wish to participate will only need to follow a few simple steps as listed below:
• Download the Neighbors app via iOS/Android: https://download.ring.com/brokenarrow
• Opt-in to join your neighborhood
• Customize the geographic area for notifications
Cost: $0
Funding Source: Source
Requested By: Brandon Berryhill, Chief of Police
Approved By: Michael L. Spurgeon, City Manager
Attachments: Screen Shots of Neighbors App
Recommendation:
recommend
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