In his annual State of the City address, Mayor Steven L. Reed shared his vision for his city and a timeline to bring forth the new Montgomery.
Mayor Reed noted his top priority is public safety and the wellbeing of his residents. He said that Montgomery, like many cities across the nation, is facing an epidemic of violent gun-related crime but is working to find solutions. This includes launching an Office of Violence Prevention, investing $500,000 into gunfire detection and prevention services, installing new surveillance technology, and confiscating more than 1,650 illegal firearms.
“I can tell you, this city and its people are ready to start a new journey. Together, we will move boldly forward with passion and purpose. And together, we will realize an even more prosperous and more equitable Montgomery,” said Mayor Reed.
The Mayor also addressed initiatives to help the unhoused, criminal justice reform, and programs to help with litter and trash.
Read Mayor Reed’s address here.
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