Community Safety Centers

This proposal aims to create a network of Community Safety Centers throughout Portland neighborhoods. These centers will serve as hubs for community-based safety initiatives, providing resources, training, and coordination for neighborhood watch programs, emergency preparedness, and non-police crisis response. Each center will be staffed by trained community members and will offer: - Safety education and training programs - Meeting spaces for neighborhood safety groups - Coordination with emergency services - Resources for conflict resolution and mediation - Storage for emergency supplies and equipment The centers will operate under a community governance model, with oversight from neighborhood associations and regular public meetings to determine priorities and programs.