City of Statesville Proclaims October 2025 as Crime Prevention Month

City of Statesville, North Carolina

Office of the Mayor

Proclamation

Crime Prevention Month

October 2025

WHEREAS, the safety and well-being of all who live, work, and visit the City of Statesville are essential to a thriving community; and

WHEREAS, crime prevention is most effective when neighbors, businesses, schools, faith communities, and local government work together to reduce opportunities for crime, strengthen community bonds, and promote trust between residents and law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, proactive measures - such as securing homes and vehicles, reporting suspicious activity, participating in neighborhood watch efforts, improving lighting design, and practicing online and financial safety - have proven to deter crime and enhance quality of life; and

WHEREAS, the Statesville Police Department provides education, outreach, and resources - including safety presentations, security assessments, youth engagement, victim support, and community events - to empower residents with practical tools to prevent crime; and

WHEREAS, National Crime Prevention Month, observed each October, highlights the importance of community partnership, encourages participation in prevention programs, and recognizes the dedication of public safety professionals, volunteers, and community leaders who work tirelessly to keep Statesville safe; and

WHEREAS, everyone has a role to play in crime prevention by staying informed, getting involved and taking simple daily steps that protect themselves, their families, and their neighborhoods.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Constantine H. Kutteh, Mayor of the City of Statesville, do hereby proclaim October 2025 as Crime Prevention Month in the City of Statesville and call upon all residents, businesses, organizations, and visitors to join the Statesville Police Department in practicing and promoting crime prevention strategies, participating in community safety initiatives, and working together to build a safer, stronger Statesville.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have set my Hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Statesville to be affixed this 6th day of October 2025.

Constantine H. Kutteh, Mayor

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