Our partnerships with Loring Park residents, businesses and community groups have been productive and fulfilling. We know that many would like to be involved but because of busy schedules, we realize that monthly meetings are nearly impossible for everyone to attend.

To make it possible for everyone to participate in crime prevention in Loring Park, we would like to expand on our partnership through a "Virtual Block Club." The VBC is an interactive email discussion list where anyone can participate in the sharing of safety information, crime alerts, and other advisories. You can participate as your schedule permits. And any participant can post specific alerts; for example, we often post detailed suspect information including mug shots and criminal history where pertinent. You can post questions about criminal activity or observations about nuisance crimes and locations.

We have set up a VBC specifically for Loring Park crime and safety issues, and invite anyone including Loring area renters, property owners, and business owners to join. If you would like to begin participating in the Loring Park VBC for crime prevention activities and strategies, simply send Luther Krueger an email and he will add you to the list. luther.kueger@ci.minneapolis.mn.us

Let us know approximately what area of Loring Park you are concerned about in terms of

Geography--the block where you live, work, or own property
Issues--Narcotics activity? Drinking in public? Street crimes? Nuisance properties?