The Valentine Neighborhood Association works to connect neighbors, work with the police department, city departments, and other neighborhoods to improve the safety and security of the area. We have a safety committee that works on these issues on a regular basis, and a 38th Street Task force which works with our adjacent Old Hyde Park neighborhood on safety and quality of life issues.
Introduction to CPTED: Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) is all about making our neighborhood safer and more welcoming by thinking about how we design and maintain our own properties. It’s not just about security systems; it’s about creating an environment where we all feel connected and secure, which can help reduce crime. Here are some insights our safety committee chair shares. More