BHEN – Bolton Hill E-Mail Network
BHEN is the primary avenue of communication for safety programs. It reaches approximately 300 individuals and families alerting them to any crime that happens in the area. Also enlists volunteers for the other safety programs. A number of city officials are active participants in BHEN including our City Council representative, Police District Commander, neighborhood police sergeant, Midtown Benefits District staff, and many more. BHEN is available to members of MRIA.

WALKERS PATROL
Groups of 3 – 8 people gather in the evenings to walk around the neighborhood for an hour. There are five such groups in Bolton Hill, each with a captain and the necessary accoutrements (T-shirts, flash lights, cell phone, etc.). While walking, the patrols communicate with the police if they see anything that looks suspicious. They also make note of any property that needs attention. Midtown Benefits District staff provides training for the volunteers and often joins their walks. For more information, or to join the Walkers, contact Walkers Coordinator.

CITIZENS ON PATROL (COP)
Volunteers for COP drive for one hour a month, patrolling the neighborhood for suspicious activity. Drivers use their own cars, placing a magnetic sign on the door for easy identification. Radios and/or cell phones are used to communicate with the Midtown Benefits District safety officers and the police. CLICK HERE for more information. To volunteer for COP, contact the MRIA secretary.

COURT WATCH
The Court Watch program is successful in reducing crime through maximum sentencing and “stay away” orders at trials. The program is based on the fact that one person often commits several crimes in a neighborhood. When that person is arrested, the crimes stop. The success of the Court Watch program sends the message that it is not cost-effective to commit crimes in Bolton Hill. For more information, contact Court Watch.