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Security Update   

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At our August 11th, 2025 board meeting, the Southmoreland Neighborhood Association unanimously voted to conclude our contract with the private security patrol.

 

This decision came after thoughtful consideration and for several key reasons:

  • Effectiveness: The patrol was not providing the coverage we had contracted.

  • Budget impact: The cost of the service exceeds our membership budget.

  • Future focus: We believe that stronger connections among neighbors—and clear communication with city services—are the best path toward a safer community.

 

Please reporting concerns directly to the Kansas City Police Department. Their ability to dedicate resources to Southmoreland depends on the calls and reports they receive. If you see something, please call 911 right away. 

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Southmoreland is also supported by additional patrols from the Kansas City Art Institute, nearby Community Improvement Districts, and several of our local apartment communities. These efforts, combined with neighbors staying connected and informed, strengthen the overall safety of our area.

 

While SNA may revisit the idea of a dedicated neighborhood patrol in the future, for now our focus is on building safety through communication, collaboration, and connection.

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