The City of Belmont has unveiled a five-year plan to boost safety, launching its Community Safety Strategy 2025-2030 after receiving the Council’s green light in August.
The strategy sets out a roadmap for the City to deliver, empower, partner and advocate for safer neighbourhoods, with Mayor Robert Rossi declaring community safety a top priority.
“Even though we aren’t the police, we are working closely with them, advocating, and supporting their efforts in every way possible. A safe, strong, and resilient community is what every resident deserves, and it’s what we strive for every day,” he said.
“Our new strategy builds on what’s already working, like CCTV and 24-hour security patrols, and introduces fresh initiatives to empower our residents. It also focuses on prevention and tackling the root causes of safety issues, helping our community stay strong and resilient,” he said.
The City’s approach leans heavily on partnerships, notably with WA Police.
Mayor Rossi highlighted the strong working relationship with officers at Belmont Police Station, vowing to continue backing local police efforts to curb crime.
“Our ongoing support for the WA Police Force is a win-win. We’re committed to assisting them in their important work wherever possible, this includes continuing to fund a family violence support worker at the police station to help local families when they need it most,” he said.
Senior Sergeant Matt Fogarty of Belmont Police Station echoed the sentiment, pointing to the value and united efforts of the Belmont Family Violence Support Service and the City’s CCTV network, into complex community challenges.
“Creating a safer community requires collaboration between police, government agencies, organisations, businesses, and community stakeholders and members.
“The City’s ongoing support, resources, and local insights are invaluable to our work. They not only assist our efforts but also help educate the public on ways to foster safer neighbourhoods,” he said.
For more information on the Community Safety Strategy 2025-2030 visit the City of Belmont’s website.
