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Neighborhood Services
National Night Out - Roanoke's Night Out Against Crime
National Night Out, a unique crime and prevention annual event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), takes place each year on the second Tuesday in August. City of Roanoke neighborhood organizations and neighborhood watch groups are encouraged to participate in this annual event.
Previous City of Roanoke National Night Out events have involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, neighborhood organizations, neighborhood crime watch groups, and local officials from all over the City of Roanoke. The events are designed to:
- Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
- Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs;
- Strengthen neighborhood spirit; and
- Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
Along with traditional displays of outdoor lights and front porch vigils, City of Roanoke neighborhoods have participated in a variety of events over the years that have included block parties, cook outs, visits from local police,fire department and City officials, flashlight walks, contests, and youth programs. Participating in National Night Out is an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program that promotes neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships in our efforts in maintaining a safe community.
If your neighborhood organization or neighborhood watch group would like assistance in planning your National Night Out event, please contact Neighborhood Services by calling (540) 853-5210, or by fax at (540 853-6597, or email
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