PERTH AMBOY LAUNCHES THE NEIGHBORS APP FOR ENHANCED COMMUNITY SAFETY

PERTH AMBOY, [12/29/2023] — The City of Perth Amboy announces the launch of the Neighbors App, a pioneering public safety initiative designed to empower residents to stay informed and actively contribute to the safety and well-being of their community. This innovative tool is set to revolutionize how Perth Amboy residents connect with each other and respond to safety and crime issues in their area.

Empowering Community Safety

The Neighbors App is more than just a tool; it's a movement towards fostering a vigilant and united community in Perth Amboy. Users can create a personalized safety radius around their homes by downloading the app and entering their address. This feature allows them to receive real-time alerts about safety concerns or criminal activity in their vicinity and share updates with neighbors to keep everyone informed and prepared.

Features and Benefits

• Address-Based Radius: Residents can receive and send alerts specific to their neighborhood, making the information highly relevant and actionable.
• Instant Alerts: Notifications about local crime and safety issues are sent directly to residents' phones and tablets, ensuring they are always in the know.
• Community Engagement: The app encourages residents to engage with each other by commenting on alerts, providing additional details, offering safety tips, and sharing photos or videos to enhance community awareness and prevention.

A Step Towards a Safer Perth Amboy

"Introducing the Neighbors App represents a significant step forward in Perth Amboy's commitment to public safety and community engagement, said Mayor Helmin J. Caba ."Our goal is to empower every resident with the tools they need to protect themselves and their neighbors.  We believe that an informed and connected community is a safer community, and the Neighbors App is a critical part of making it a reality.”

Police Chief Larry Cattano, head of the Intelligence Division, emphasized the app's importance, stating, "The Neighbors App marks a significant advancement in our city's safety strategy. It empowers residents to become active partners in crime prevention, enhancing our collective security and fostering a stronger sense of community."

How to Get Involved

Residents of Perth Amboy can join this community safety initiative by downloading the Neighbors App from their preferred app store. After a simple setup process, they will be ready to receive alerts, share information, and contribute to a safer Perth Amboy.

For more information, visit neighbors link here

Media Contact:  Lisett Lebron, Chief of Staff, [email protected], (732) 801-1574