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The goal is the same – to work towards eliminating gangs and youth violence, but we’re looking for a new name that better communicates our mission statement.
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Mike Conway, PIO
City of Merced |
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"Gang and youth violence is not just a police problem, it is a community problem. It is going to take involvement from the entire community if we are going to make a difference."
Jim Marshall , City Manager
City of Merced |
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“There is no one program that will solve all our problems, if there was, people would be implementing it across the country. It will take a combination of programs, including faith-based efforts, to overcome the problem, and it will not happen overnight.” said Merced Police Commander Norm Andrade |
Purpose:
Merced’s Community Violence Intervention and Prevention Task Force consists of local agencies, individuals, faith-based, and community organizations working collaboratively to reduce violence in our community.
Our Vision:
The Com-VIP Task Force provides leadership in prevention of violence, intervention and enforcement to help our community become a safer place for all.
Our mission:
In order to accomplish our vision, we will:
- Educate the community about violence and gang awareness
- Help people create and continue constructive behavior
- Assist families with parenting and other skills for character development
- Provide information and resources for intervention and prevention
- Encourage community wide ownership of this effort
Parents' Guide to Gangs:
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