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walking and bike patrols, to attending neighborhood and business association meetings, as a way <br />to remind people that we are here and that small amatters are important ton. We are grateful for <br />assistance provided by VIPS and CVOs. They volunteered aver 13,500 hours at various events, <br />freeing up police officers for other duties. <br />1 am thankful for the dedicated service of the men and women of the South Bend Police <br />Department. They are true champions for our community as they help to build a safer city. <br />Code Enforcement <br />The other strong partner in neighborhood upkeep is Code Enforcement. In 2004, thirty <br />haanes were saved from demolition lay working with prospective buyers; these structures were <br />fully renovated and their neighborhoods enhanced. S 19 abandoned, unwanted and unsightly <br />vehicles were removed from neighborhoods. <br />Dedicated staffconducted 45,000 inspections of <br />public nuisance, housing, zoning, and vehicle <br />violations; we sent 17,581 notice letters; and the crew <br />cleaned 6,384 properties. An improved personalized <br />approach to owners brought better compliance: aver <br />10,000 properties were cleaned by the owner ar <br />tenant. Participation has doubled in Adopt-a-Block in the Near Northwest Neighborhood; in <br />2005 River Park will join this innovative effort to keep neighborhoods clean. We w0l also <br />introduce graffiti and Cade education programs for our elementary schools in 2005. <br />Animal Control responded to 993 calls for service. We found new homes for 712 <br />animals and 459 animals were returned to their owners. Our partnership with Pet Refiige <br />brought Neuter Scooter to town. 1043 cats were <br />spayed or neutered. This service helps stop <br />overpopulation and reduce the spread of disease. <br />1t also decreases the need far euthanasia. We <br />have many good pets that need homes. Will you <br />take one? <br />A-20 <br />