Putting People First
Keeping Bastrop Safe



Does our police department have the resources and training available to de-escalate situations such as aggressive, dangerous behavior, domestic violence or someone experiencing a mental crisis?
It is critical that we are proactive and not reactive which is costly.
What did we learn from the Bastrop Complex Fires? There is a tool that can be put in place for new development and infill where appropriate. It's called the Wildlife Urban Interface (WUI).
As 969 expands should a new station be built? When? How will it be funded?
911 - response time. As the city grows, have we planned to ensure response time is timely. Is there a plan in place to increase staff? Public safety must be an integral part of future growth.