National Night Out Parties Strengthen Ties Between Residents and Wilton Manors Police Department

WILTON MANORS, Fla., July 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wilton Manors Police Department has many important tools at its disposal, but one of the most vital is you. But you can't help prevent and reduce crime unless you "know your neighbor and your neighborhood."

On Tuesday, August 5, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., hot dogs, hamburgers, noodle salad, lemonade and all manner of summertime staples will be served in and in front of homes across the city. It's all good fun and done in the hopes that it will bring neighbors together for something more – to help residents get to know their neighbors and the police department that serves and protects them.

"National Night Out is designed to: (1) Heighten awareness of crime prevention techniques and drug awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts; (3) Strengthen police and community partnership; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized, aware, and fighting back," said Wilton Manors Police Chief Paul O'Connell.

Members of the Wilton Manors Police Department will be traveling to all the participating neighborhoods and handing out free finger lights, fans, balloons, mini basketballs and other giveaways. "The Wilton Manors Police department has always had a strong bond with the residents of Wilton Manors and you can expect to see your police department out in full force. If our citizens and police officers continue to work together, we can rid our community of drugs and crime," said O'Connell.

To register your National Night Out event with the Wilton Manors Police Department, visit www.wiltonmanors.com and download a registration form. You can email the form to [email protected] or drop it off at the police station located at 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. 

National Night Out Parties
Guests are asked to bring their own chairs and a dish to the parties.
2000 block of  NE 6 Terrace
2300 block of NW 5 Avenue
2700 block of NE 14 Avenue
2800 block of NE 17 Avenue
400 block of NE 28 Drive
3000 block of NE 5 Terrace
2000 block of NE 2 Avenue
2600 block of NW 7 Avenue
2200 block of NE 14 Avenue
400 block of NE 25 Street

ABOUT THE CITY OF WILTON MANORS
Wilton Manors was laid out in 1925 by Edward John "Ned" Willingham, a land developer from Georgia, as an upscale residential community.  It was recognized as a Village in 1947 and incorporated as a City in 1953. Today, the City of Wilton Manors offers all the benefits of a big city from shopping, to hip restaurants and bars, a burgeoning arts community and tons of community events, yet still maintains a cozy, community-feeling offering miles of natural waterways perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding and other outdoor activities. Recently named the "Second Gayest City" in the United States, the City of Wilton Manors celebrates a diverse population of approximately 12,000 residents.  To learn more about the live, work and play opportunities in Wilton Manors call (954) 390-2100 or visit www.wiltonmanors.com

CONTACT: Laurie Menekou, (954) 271-4666 (or) [email protected]

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SOURCE Wilton Manors Police Department