The fear patrol is at it again (Street Smarts-sit/lie)
The Downtown Public Safety Action Committee (PSAC) is made up of on-going representatives from various interest groups from the downtown and Old Town/Chinatown Neighborhoods to identify areas of public safety, and serve as an advisory committee for the implementation of long-term community-based strategies to address these identified issues.
Members of PSAC include the Portland Business Alliance, the police bureau, neighborhood representatives, Office of Neighborhood Involvement (ONI), city hall staffers, homeless agencies and advocates.
The following are excerpts from a document scheduled for review by PSAC this month. (It's unclear who would use the language for a PR campaign against panhandlers - possibly the Portland Business Alliance, ONI, or maybe the Portland Oregon Visitors Association.)
"Street Smarts
- Plan ahead and know where you're going. Before leaving your hotel, request directions from the concierge or doorman. Ask the hotel's staff to recommend safe, well-lighted routes.
- If you need to ask for directions on the street, look first for a green-jacketed Portland ambassador, a police or security officer, or other public employee.
- Whenever possible, travel with a friend or fellow conventioneer when sightseeing, shopping or going to and from meeting facilities.
- Use common safety sense. Be aware of your surroundings. If you feel unsafe, step into a shop or store. Look for a police officer or security personnel.
- Keep close watch on your personal belongings.
- If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1 for Police, Fire, or Emergency Medical Services. You can use any pay phone for free, or use your cell phone.
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