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A Resolution expressing commitment to public safety, including a commitment to reduce violent crime, within the City of Lee’s Summit in support of Missouri Executive Order 25-03 from Governor Mike Kehoe and the Blue Shield Program.
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A resolution from the Lee's Summit City Council expressing commitment to public safety, including a commitment to reduce violent crime, is a foundational requirement for participation in the Missouri Blue Shield Program established by Governor Mike Kehoe's Executive Order 25-03. The Executive Order seeks to recognize local governments that are committed to public safety within their communities. This resolution serves as formal documentation of the City of Lee’s Summit’s dedication to these critical aspects of community well-being.
The City of Lee's Summit demonstrably meets the requirements for the Blue Shield Program through several key actions. The local government has committed to public safety and crime reduction, as evidenced by its history of extraordinary investments in public safety over the past five years, including significant funding increases for personnel, technology, and infrastructure supported by bond elections and a public safety sales tax. The community participates in policing initiatives such as Crisis Intervention Teams, School Resource Officers, and community advisory boards, and the city has partnered with local stakeholders in significant ways, particularly with mental health and drug treatment providers, the school district, and local non-profits. The Lee's Summit Police Department has also demonstrated effectiveness in reducing crime through innovative programs like the Crime Reduction Team and the SNAP program and actively participates in regional anti-crime task forces, including those focused on internet crimes against children, drug trafficking, and major crimes. The police department complies with mandated Missouri statutes related to crime reporting, officer training and certification,...
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