$40 M Contract for Armed / Unarmed Security at County Facilities
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Multnomah County officials recently signed a 5-year, $40 million contract for armed and unarmed security at county facilities. The security details were deemed necessary due to the increased drug use and mental health outbursts have become more acute in public spaces, like the county’s libraries.
SOURCE:
Peel, S., Multnomah County Signs $40 Million Contract for Armed and Unarmed Security at County Facilities, Including Public Libraries, Willamette Week, 05/16/2024.
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City Leaders State that crime is down due to increased security patrols
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Local law enforcement offices state that increased security patrols have enabled officers to respond more quickly to crimes in the area.
Officers are able to quickly de-escalate potential escalations due to the increased security presence. Local business owners also state they have seen a positive change in the area.
SOURCE:
Angst, M., Crime is down in Moore Square due to additional patrols, Raleigh city leaders say, 11 NEWS ABC WTVD, 05/17/2024.
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Library Workers Call On City Officials to Place Security Guards in System
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
In a dramatic plea for safety, San Francisco librarians are now demanding the city deploy security guards at all library branches, echoing the broader concerns of a community grappling with the city’s rampant drug crisis.
Business owners and librarians alike report a surge in dangerous incidents, ranging from vandalism to aggressive behavior by individuals under the influence, complicating the narrative of an improving cityscape. This situation has put a spotlight on the urgent need for security measures in public libraries, challenging the efficacy of San Francisco’s current strategies in addressing drug-related issues and public safety.
The librarians’ call to action underscores a critical juncture in the city’s fight against crime and substance abuse, marking a pivotal moment for local governance and community safety initiatives.
SOURCE:
Angst, M., Scared to deal: Library Staff Security Concerns, San Francisco Chronicle, 04/09/2024.
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