Public Safety

Safety Tips • Police/Fire Contacts • Public Safety
Emergency Preparedness • Reporting Procedures
Neighborhood Block Watch • Identity Theft

Our neighborhood of Newport Hills is considered to be in one of the safest places on the Eastside and for good reason:  we pride ourselves in our sense of community.  We know our neighbors, support and patronize our local businesses, and spend quality time in our community.

In an effort to promote and continue our sense of community, we offer these safety tips, resources, and on-going information about Public Safety.  If you want to get involved, please contact the Public Safety Chair.  You can send email directly to publicsafety@newporthillscommunityclub.org or use the web form on the Contacts page.

Safety Tips of the Week

Safe Shopping

  • Avoid taking a large purse while shopping.  Put your credit card, license, keys, cash, and glasses in a small bag and put the strap across your chest to keep it close to you.
  • Have your keys handy before you get to your car.  Put your purchases in the trunk and lock your doors before driving away.

Pet Safety

We consider our pets as members of our families.  To keep them safe:

  • Avoid using harmful chemicals on your lawn or garden. 
    • If you must, keep pets inside for the recommended amount of time by the chemical manufacturer.
  • Secure your pets if they travel in your car.
  • If fireworks are being used nearby, keep your pets indoors.
  • For your pets' health as well as the health of humans around them, keep their shots up to date.

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City of Bellevue Police and Fire Contacts for Newport Hills

The City of Bellevue Police contact is:

Major Todd Simonton
tsimonton@bellevuewa.gov
Office: 425-452-4336
Cell: 425-766-4826

His responsibilities include:

  • managing all crime prevention programs, community policing initiatives, three community stations, Crime-Free Multi Housing Program
  • fielding inquiries about crime prevention, block Watch, DARE, GREAT, bicycle patrols, neighborhood outreach, Park Walk & Talk, Explorer Post, community stations

The Fire Department contact for emergency preparedness is:

Lisa Scott
425-452-6033

Her responsibilities include:

  • training neighborhoods on how to prepare for major emergencies
  • fielding neighborhood inquiries about earthquake and disaster preparedness

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Public Safety

City of Bellevue Police Website  This site provides vital information for you, your family, and your neighborhood.

Good news!   Auto theft is down in Bellevue.

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Emergency Preparedness

To get more information about the SPAN program (Strengthening Preparedness Among Neighborhoods) contact Cindy Soderberg, City of Bellevue volunteer, at (206) 236-6750 or cindy_soderberg@farmerinsurance.com.

Refer to 7 Ways to Disaster Proof Your Life [PDF, 5 MB]

King County Emergency Preparedness Web site

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Procedures for Reporting to the Police Department

Reporting to the Police Department

  • PLEASE reserve the use of 9-1-1 for Emergencies and Crimes in Progress only.
  • Reports of suspicious persons, vehicles and/or activity or other police assistance, dial the non-emergency line at (425) 452-6917.
  • If you receive an after hours recording, dial 9-1-1.

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Neighborhood Block Watch

Neighborhood Block Watch Information

Mailbox Thefts: Mailbox theft continues to be a serious problem.  Try to retrieve your mail soon after its arrival.  Don’t deposit outbound mail in your mail box.  Use the blue post boxes around the neighborhood or replace your current mail box with a lockable one.

Street Safety:  Please obey all speed limits, which are generally 25 MPH. Slow down and watch out for pedestrians and children.  If you are walking, please wear bright clothing and use crosswalks.

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Identity Theft

The advice from the Federal Trade Commission is Deter, Detect and Defend.  Here are some other sources for your information:

Request and review your credit reports annually.

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