National Night Out

National Night Out|A publication of the Siuslaw News|AUGUST 4, 2018

POLICE • COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018 | 6 to 9 p.m.

Miller Park, 1651 18th St.

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ational Night Out (NNO) is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make local neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live.

Across the U.S., NNO is meant to increase awareness about police programs in communities, such as drug prevention, town watch, neighborhood watch and other anti-crime efforts.

On Aug. 7, the Florence Police Department is hosting an NNO event at Miller Park from 6 to 9 p.m. The department will be providing hot dogs and hamburgers, chips and soft drinks at no cost to the public.

There will be a variety of inflatable play structures and kid games with visits by police officers, public works, fire fighters and paramedics, with safety demonstrations, exhibits and activities for all residents. Local youth will also be able to get coloring books, crayons, pencils and other giveaways.

Florence Police Department 2018 Each year, millions of neighbors take part in NNO across thousands of communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide.

“Every person in the Florence Police Department is confident that we can make this community event a success and bring our neighbors together with the men and women who protect them,” said Police Chief Tom Turner. “The safety of our community depends on both law enforcement and the neighbors they

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serve. National Night Out enhances that cooperation.”

NNO serves to augment the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

Residents and visitors to the area are welcome to join the Florence Police Department, City of Florence and community partners for this event.

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NATIONAL N IGHT O UT Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018 | 6 to 9 p.m.

Miller Park, 1651 18th St. Community members of all ages are welcome to join the Florence Police Department for National Night Out at Miller Park. Check out this map, full of exciting activities and detailing locations, to find out where to go. * Additional parking will be available at the Siuslaw School District on Oak Street.

Show your appreciation to the law enforcement community

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olice officers put their lives on the line every day they show up for work. But in spite of the sacrifices officers routinely make, their contributions often go unnoticed.

Police officers’ jobs might be thankless, but that does not mean people cannot express their gratitude to the men and women in blue who keep their communities safe. The following are a handful of ways to show support for the police officers who work hard to protect and serve your community.

• Support police fundraisers.

Police departments fundraisers support various causes. Some might aim to raise funds for sports programs designed to help local youth, while others might hope to raise money for the families of fallen officers.

Whatever the motivation for the fundraiser, by supporting the event you are donating to a good cause and showing the police they and their efforts are being supported.

• Teach kids to respect police officers. Police officers have come under considerable scrutiny in recent years, and youngsters may not know how to respond to news stories that do not paint police officers in a positive light. Parents can show their support for police officers by teaching their kids to respect police. Encourage children to come to you if they read or hear stories so you can help them process the news and think critically.

• Obey the law. One of the best ways to show respect for law enforcement officers is to obey the law. Should you be called out for an infraction, treat the officer or agent politely and comply with his or her requests.

• Share a positive story. Use social media or your networking connections to share a story of how law enforcement helped you

or did something worth noting.

• Pick up a police officer’s tab.

Police officers work in your community and, therefore, they likely break bread in your community as well. When you see police officers ordering meals at a local restaurant or sitting down to lunch at a neighborhood diner, offer to pay for their meals or arrange payment with their waiter or waitress without letting the police officers know.

Picking up police officers’ tabs is a simple gesture, but it’s one they will appreciate and it will let them know they are supported in the community they are working hard to protect. However, keep in mind that some departments may not allow their officers to accept these gestures, so always ask first.

• Thank a police officer when given the opportunity. Though it seems simple, saying “Thank you” to police officers can reassure them that the communities they work so hard to protect support and appreciate their efforts. Thanking police officers may only take a few seconds, but such a gesture can help police officers better cope with the stress of their jobs.

Police officers have difficult jobs that require them to make considerable sacrifices to protect the communities where they work. But it doesn’t take much to show your support for local police officers and express your gratitude for the sacrifices they make every day.

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WAYS TO ENJOY A SAFE NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN ALL YEAR LONG

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night out on the town can be a great way to unwind, enjoy some cuisine and soak up some local culture. While nights out on the town are all about having fun, it’s important to prioritize safety when going out.

A safe night out requires people to remain alert and aware of their surroundings and plan ahead so they don’t put themselves in potentially precarious positions. • Consume alcohol responsibly.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, every day 28 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver. Each of those deaths is preventable if people act responsibly when consuming alcohol. When going out for a night on the town, use a taxi

service or ridesharing company to eliminate the chance of driving while intoxicated. When going out with friends, pick a designated driver who will abstain from alcohol throughout the night. Men and women who drive themselves but feel like they have had too much to drink to drive home can always keep their cars parked, call a taxi and return for their vehicles in the morning. The cost of the ride home pales in comparison to the cost of being arrested and/or getting into an accident. • Travel in a group. When going

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out with friends, make sure the group stays together throughout the night so no one ends up alone and vulnerable to criminals. Single men and women should always go out with at least one friend in tow to ensure their safety. Groups out for a night on the town should stay together and resolve to look after one another throughout the night,

even going so far as to ensure everyone safely makes it into their vehicles before group members go their separate ways at the end of the night. • Be mindful of all motorists. Even men and women who abstain from alcohol should be mindful of motorists when driving or walking around during a night on the town. Just because you’re being responsible does not mean everyone is acting similarly. Obey the speed limit and keep ample distance between your vehicle and other cars on the road when driving after the sun goes down. Don’t be afraid to

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pull over and even telephone the authorities if you notice anyone driving erratically. • Avoid confrontations. The Alcohol Rehab Guide notes that irritability and extreme mood swings are warning signs that someone may be abusing alcohol. When out for a night, people may encounter those who have had too much to drink. If a potentially volatile situation presents itself, walk way, even if you feel like you’re in the right. The other person involved may not be of sound mind and might be more prone to violence than he or she otherwise would be if he or she had not been drinking.

Nights out on the town with friends are fun, but people must make safety a priority when sampling local nightlife.

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