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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, and 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 2020-21 Budget for this event in the autumn of 2021.

Environmental Collection Events

The 2020-21 Budget includes funds to conduct two household hazardous waste events in Benbrook. Citizens have the opportunity to dispose of
hazardous materials (paint, petroleum products, toxic materials, batteries, and other hazardous waste materials) in a safe and environmentally-
friendly manner. Beginning in October 2018, the City expanded disposal services to include electronic waste such as computers, monitors, CPUs,
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