
The Minnetonka Police Department is calling on residents and businesses to register their alarm systems as part of a new initiative aimed at reducing the number of false alarms officers respond to—and they're partnering with CryWolf Services to make it happen. According to the City of Minnetonka official announcement, registered alarm systems can lead to more efficient crime response, and homeowners and businesses alike are required to renew their registrations annually.
With a $20 annual fee, which can be paid online, community members can participate in this public safety program—alarm maintenance and proper usage are crucial to prevent the unnecessary diversion of police resources, and tips on how to avoid false alarms are available on the city's website. The registration process includes payment and monitoring through CryWolf Services as revealed in a statement obtained by the city's news release, but it doesn't stop there; in a step further toward cooperation between law enforcement and the community, the department is also rolling out voluntary programs for the registration of residential and commercial surveillance camera systems, SafeCam and Neighbors by Ring are designed to facilitate the sharing of relevant video footage in the event of property crimes.
For those interested in more details about these programs, more information, as well as the link for registration, can be found at minnetonkamn.gov/safecam. The initiative represents a push toward leveraging technology and community involvement to enhance local security and streamline police operations.
Aside from the aforementioned programs, the department's crime prevention services welcome further inquiries through their official website at minnetonkamn.gov/police or by phone at 952-939-8500 the Minnetonka Police Department is clearly committed to making use of every tool at their disposal, every strategic partnership they can forge, to ensure the peace and safety of their streets.