Local Supervisor Reports 139 Service Calls in Skyline Area Last Year
October 11, 2024 | Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
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The Rapid City Planning Commission meeting on October 10, 2024, addressed significant public safety concerns in the area, particularly regarding a recent spike in gunshot incidents. During the meeting, a police representative reported 139 calls for service in the past year, highlighting ongoing issues in the neighborhood.
The discussion included details about gunshots reported the previous night, which were identified as stemming from a mobile source rather than foot traffic. This pattern aligns with previous incidents in the area, indicating a persistent vehicular issue. The police noted that they do not require officers to log every street they patrol, which limits the availability of precise data on police presence in specific locations like Skyline Drive.
Lisa Allison, the executive director of Cornerstone Rescue Mission, also spoke at the meeting, indicating her intention to address the community's concerns. While her comments were brief, they underscored the importance of community dialogue in addressing safety issues.
The meeting emphasized the need for ongoing discussions about public safety and the effectiveness of current policing strategies in response to community concerns. Further engagement with local residents and stakeholders is expected as the commission continues to address these pressing issues.
The discussion included details about gunshots reported the previous night, which were identified as stemming from a mobile source rather than foot traffic. This pattern aligns with previous incidents in the area, indicating a persistent vehicular issue. The police noted that they do not require officers to log every street they patrol, which limits the availability of precise data on police presence in specific locations like Skyline Drive.
Lisa Allison, the executive director of Cornerstone Rescue Mission, also spoke at the meeting, indicating her intention to address the community's concerns. While her comments were brief, they underscored the importance of community dialogue in addressing safety issues.
The meeting emphasized the need for ongoing discussions about public safety and the effectiveness of current policing strategies in response to community concerns. Further engagement with local residents and stakeholders is expected as the commission continues to address these pressing issues.
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