Midtown Safety Archives

Where Do I Report A Burned Out Street Light in Atlanta?

November 27, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Now that the time has changed, it gets dark really early in Atlanta. Like by 6pm….IT’S DARK!

So you are out for a walk with Fido and there it is…..a burned out street light! Where Do I Report A Burned Out Street Light in Atlanta?

That early darkness makes it more apparent when a street light goes out. Seeing problems with the sidewalk and the lack of light can make you feel uncomfortable. Atlanta Police will always advise that you not walk alone after dark, and if you do see a street light that has been damaged or gone out report it immediately to Department of Public Works (DPW).

The Customer Service Center (CSC) is your first source to report concerns in the public right of way (i.e. potholes, trash pickup, street lights, traffic signals, metal plates, etc.) and or provide feedback on our services. You may contact the CSC directly at (404) 330-6333 or via email to: publicworks@atlantaga.gov. The CSC is available Monday – Friday, 8:15 am – 5:00 pm.

Be safe and report any concerns to DPW or the Atlanta Police Department.

Personal Safety Should Always Be First In Your Mind

October 23, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Midtown Blue Midtown Atlanta is home to many people. I know. I’ve sold a few of them their homes.

It’s also home to many “day-time dwellers” we call the office workers. They flood into the city in the morning and then escape (if you want to call it that) to the tree-lined burbs and cookie cutter homes of the outlying counties around Atlanta.

But, whether you call Midtown Atlanta home, or work here, day or night, it is always worth reminding you…It IS a big city. And as such, you should pay attention to the surroundings around you. Of particular importance is what you leave in your car. When in ANY metropolitian area, not just Atlanta, you should “Clean Your Car” and not leave anything in plain sight. You are just asking for a window to be broken by a passing-by thief looking for a few quick bucks.

Both Midtown Alliance and the Midtown Neighbors’ Association created “Safety Tickets” as a reminder to residents AND visitors to the area to make sure you clean your car.

Never hurts to have a little reminder.

MNA Safety Ticket

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance Introduces Twitter Alert

February 27, 2011 by Thom Abbott

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) has started a Twitter account @MidtownAlert for neighbors and the organization to quickly communicate information about neighborhood issues that might pose a security risk to the residents of Historic Midtown. This new service helps residents immediately send out info about a situation without waiting for the MPSA patrol officer to arrive and assess the situation.

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance

If you are a resident of Historic Midtown, this service might be just what you need to report that hit and run drive that hit a parked car, or some other situation.

Keep in mind that MPSA services ONLY the portion of Midtown Atlanta where most of the single family homes are. The map at the right shows their patrol area.

The MPSA Patrol serves as the primary strategy in reducing crime and undesirable activity in the neighborhood. The MPSA Patrol was launched in 2003 to stabilize the neighborhood from the effects of increasing criminal and undesirable activity on our streets. Surrounding areas all had patrols, thereby creating a drainage effect on what later became the MPSA service area.

Let’s hope that the recent Twitter stream on the MPSA account is an indication that crime has reduced! If you are not following @MidtownAlert, now would be a good time to do so.

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance

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