The People's Editorial

Novi PD working hard to ensure Novi remains a very safe city
September 25, 2008

Last week, the FBI released 2007 crime statistics for the nation. The numbers show once again that Novi is a very safe city. In fact, when compared to the "safest" cities in America, Novi ranks near the top of that list too.

Nearby Farmington Hills is often called one of the safest cities in America. But, Novi's crime rates are even better in nearly every category. Novi has, per capita, fewer serious crimes and half as many auto thefts and burglaries than Farmington Hills does.

Novi's cops are also good at solving crimes. As Police Chief David Molloy notes, Novi PD's crime solving rate is about two-times the national average for similar cities.

One thing is certain: Crime does not pay in Novi. But, the People of Novi are getting a big bang for their bucks.

When it comes to your tax dollars, Novi has a very efficient police department. The ratio of officers to residents is among the most efficient in the region, which means we are spending less than most cities while getting superior service. What's even more amazing is that this doesn't even factor in the shopping and business population - Novi's daytime population swells, but crime doesn't.

Novi is a safe city, and Novi is also a city that is using your tax dollars wisely. This is one of the many reasons people want to move to, and work in, Novi.

We the People continue to be very pleased with our fine Police Department's work over the past year. Crime is rare, crime solving is top-notch, and we have a very efficient, cost-effective department. Obviously this is a very well managed department.

Kudos to Chief Molloy and staff for continuing to do a great job for the People of Novi. Your work does not go unnoticed...

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