Mayor Bill White has a growing concern for the safety and well being of our citizens, particularly our children. We want to make our neighborhoods and community a safer place to live and raise a family. All offices under the Office for Public Safety and Homeland Security advocate a proactive approach to making our city safe.
MISSION STATEMENT:
The Mayor's Office for Public Safety and Homeland Security is charged with developing the City of Houston's public policy to enhance the quality of life for all Houstonians. The office implements prevention,intervention and suppression strategies to stop gang violence, assist crime victims, coordinates and supports community volunteer projects in alcohol and drug abuse. All strategic policy programs are working in partnership with law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, schools, youth service providers and the public. Public Safety and Homeland Security is also charged with developing after-school and crime prevention programs to build self-esteem and reduce the crime rates among Houston's youth population.
