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Project L.E.A.P.

Project L.E.A.P. is a program designed to provide Benbrook’s elderly and disabled citizens additional options in
emergency situations. The program entails distributing donated cell phones to these individuals to provide immediate
9-1-1 access to police, EMS, and fire personnel and services. Cell phones are donated to the Benbrook Police
Department by citizens and businesses for use in the program.

The Way Home Program

The Way Home Program was created to help identify and assist lost or confused citizens that have wandered away
from home. Residents who suffer from Alzheimer’s, autism, or any condition that may cause difficulty communicating
vital information if they become lost are excellent candidates for this program. The Benbrook Police Department
maintains a database for these residents; family members and/or caretakers are responsible for contacting the Police
Department and registering their loved ones. Information is strictly confidential and is used exclusively for
identification of the lost victim and notification of family members.

CrimeReports.com

CrimeReports.com works with over seven hundred agencies across North America to provide the largest on-line
resource for accurate, up-to-date crime information. The CrimeReports network offers a variety of affordable, easy-to-
use software tools for law enforcement agencies to understand crime trends and to share current neighborhood crime
data with the public. Benbrook residents can access the integrated crime map and receive email alerts for free at
www.CrimeReports.com, empowering them to make informed decisions to assist in improving the safety of Benbrook
neighborhoods and the community.

OTHER PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAMS

Other programs sponsored and funded by the City to protect and enhance neighborhood quality and values include:
Trinity Trash Bash, Household Hazardous Waste Disposal, Compassion Based Code Compliance,

Trinity Trash Bash

The City sponsors and coordinates the Trinity Trash Bash each year. The Trash Bash is an annual clean up event where
local volunteers pick up litter and debris from Benbrook Lake and park areas. Funds are available in the 2018-19 Budget
CITY OF BENBROOK 2018-19 ANNUAL BUDGET
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