Woodbury To Celebrate ‘Night to Unite’ Aug. 2

Woodbury neighborhoods are invited to join cities throughout the state on Tuesday, Aug. 2, in observing Minnesota’s third annual “Night to Unite.”

Night to Unite is designed to:

• Help residents get to know their neighbors.
• Build neighborhood involvement by bringing police and communities together.
• Bring awareness to crime prevention and local law enforcement efforts.

“Block parties and other neighborhood get-togethers are a great way of connecting with your neighbors. Woodbury Public Safety believes that effective crime prevention begins with strong neighborhood and law enforcement partnerships,” Director Lee Vague said in statement.

Woodbury residents can request to have a police officer, firefighter, or emergency medical personnel visit their party by completing the “Block Party Application” form available on the city’s website at www.ci.woodbury.mn.us. The form can be found under “Tours and Events” on both the Police and Fire Department pages.

Due to the increase in requests for police/fire/EMS visits at this time of year, applications must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of the party. Those who do not have access to the Internet can may contact Rebecca Leatherman, Woodbury Public Safety Department, at 651-714-3784.

Night to Unite is sponsored by the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association, AAA of Minnesota/Iowa and local law enforcement agencies.