Neighborhood Safety

KEEPING OUR NEIGHBORHOOD SAFE AND PLEASANT

 In Historic Kenwood, we believe that one of the benefits of fostering a strong sense of community is that we collectively strengthen our neighborhood and watch out for one another. Like most urban areas, St. Petersburg has its share of individuals who don't abide by the law.  So we do everything we can to make sure that our neighborhood is safe and comfortable.

RESOURCES

We encourage residents to take appropriate steps to protect themselves and their property. Here are a few of the resources available:

  • Kenwood Neighborhood Watch - We encourage residents to join this organization, which is separate from Historic Kenwood Neighborhood Association. The crimewatch organization provides neighborhood watch signs and offers KenwoodAlerts, frequent emails that provide timely information on recent activities, potential problems, and tips on what to watch for and how to report suspicious activity. The alerts also provide information on hurricane preparedness and other issues that impact the safety and well-being of our residents. Contact: KenwoodAlert@aol.com to sign up.
  • St. Petersburg Police Department  Community Service Officers - Police officers are assigned to each neighborhood and become very familiar with its people and activities. One of the officers assigned to Kenwood reports at each HKNA meeting. They also provide, as a free service, a home security survey. Call 727-551-3183.
  • St. Petersburg Police Neighborhood Crime Watch - This website is filled with prevention tips.

 A FEW BASIC SAFETY TIPS

  • Lock up! - Keep your home, your car, your shed, and your bicyles locked. Most thefts and attempted thefts in Kenwood occur because property is not locked.
  • Report suspicious activity - The police WANT us to report suspicions before they turn into crimes, and they follow through quickly. Call the police non-emergency line: 727-893-7780. For true emergencies, call 911.
  • Light your property and house number - Lights deter criminals, and a well-lit house number enables the police to find you quickly.
  • Say hello! - Speak to everyone you see. Greetings make for a friendly neighborhood, and they also let potential troublemakers know they've been noticed.
  • Carry your cell phone - And program in the police non-emergency number: 727-551-3183.
  • Keep your car keys beside your bed - Sound your car alarm if you spot an intruder.
  • Get your free security inspection, and adopt recommendations - Request the community police officer to come to your home and give you a free home security survey. Then adopt the recommendations.