3D CAC Public Safety Meetings

3D CAC Upcoming Meeting Registration

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Thursday

Last Thursdays of Each Month

3D MPD CAC Public Safety Leaders Monthly Meeting Hybrid Registration

7:00pm

1620 V Street, NW, Washington, DC

Here’s Our Why:

3D CAC Public Safety Leaders Meetings are in-depth discussions with MPD, Public Safety Interested Community Members, Council Members, DC Agency Heads, and Business industry experts who provide insights and guide a collaborative, results-oriented dialogue focusing on creating real, actionable solutions for Our Community.

In our 3D CAC Advocacy and Social Justice and Public Safety efforts, we work towards promoting policies that promote equality, justice and public safety, and the well-being of all community members in Washington, DC. We advocate for social change, address systemic inequalities, and work towards creating a safer and more inclusive community for everyone.

3D CAC’S Public Safety practices and services helps to prevent violence by setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, advocating for policies and supporting legislation, creating educational initiatives, fostering ongoing prevention strategies and effective deterrence methods, enforcement collaboration with law enforcement, and supporting legal efforts while measuring the results.

3D CAC is located in the 3rd Police District of Washington, DC and the Chair is charged with providing the 3rd District Commander with a Community Action Plan and recommendations from the community on the public’s safety problems and police service needs.

3D CAC hosts Regular Public Safety Leaders Meetings at the Third District MPD Police Station on the last Thursday of each month which allows residents, DC Agencies, Elected Leaders and Business Owners to meet and discuss police-related issues with the district commander. The meetings also provide an opportunity for police officials to assess the impact of their crime-fighting efforts on the community.

In addition to the 3D CAC Public Safety Leaders Meetings the 3D CAC Chair is on the Chief of Police’s Citizens Advisory Council and provides the Chief of Police with input and advice on matters affecting the entire Department.

3D CAC’s goal is to make our city a safer place for all us to live, work and visit.

All Public Safety Ambassadors and Block Captains Must Complete Training.

Join Our Team Registration and Membership Fees are Required.

3D CAC Public Safety Leaders Meeting – Calling All Public Safety Leaders!

PROTECTING OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY: A CRITICAL CONVERSATION

Join Us for an Essential Discussion on Business Safety & Economic Growth

Dear Community Members and Business Leaders,

The safety and prosperity of our local businesses are fundamental to the strength of our neighborhoods. That’s why the 3rd District MPD Citizens Advisory Council is proud to host a vital community meeting that brings together our top city leaders to address the challenges facing our commercial corridors.

WHEN BUSINESS THRIVES, OUR COMMUNITY THRIVES

Meeting Details:

Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 1620 V Street, NW
Topic: “3rd District MPD Business Beat – Our Critical Partnership for Business Protection & Economic Growth”

Featured Speakers:

Captain Jeffrey Jones – MPD Business Beat Captain, 3rd District
Attorney General Brian Schwalb – DC Attorney General
Karen Gaal – Chairwoman & Public Safety Director, 3D MPD CAC

Why This Meeting Matters to You:

Our 3rd District encompasses some of DC’s most vibrant business communities—Mount Pleasant, Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, U Street, Shaw, Howard University, Logan Circle, and Truxton Circle—where entrepreneurs and established businesses are the backbone of our local economy.

Recent concerns about business-related crimes have made it clear that we need a coordinated response from law enforcement, prosecutors, and our community. This meeting provides a unique opportunity to:

Address rising business crimes that impact operations and profitability
Learn about coordinated prosecution strategies designed to protect your investments
Connect directly with decision-makers who can make a real difference
Voice your concerns and experiences to the officials who need to hear them
Build stronger partnerships between businesses, law enforcement, and city government
Access resources and support systems you may not know exist

Your Voice Matters

Whether you’re a business owner dealing with security challenges, a resident concerned about your neighborhood’s economic health, or a community leader invested in our collective prosperity, your participation is crucial. This isn’t just another meeting—it’s a collaborative effort to ensure our businesses don’t just survive, they thrive.

The 3rd District MPD Citizens Advisory Council is actively engaged in violence intervention and prevention work, and we recognize that protecting businesses is integral to creating safer communities and preventing crime before it occurs.

What to Expect:

This will be an interactive discussion where you can:

Hear directly from Attorney General Schwalb about prosecutorial initiatives protecting businesses
Learn from Captain Jones about MPD’s business beat strategies
Share your experiences and concerns in a supportive environment
Network with fellow business owners and community stakeholders
Leave with concrete information about resources available to you

Join the Movement

Together, we can create an environment where businesses flourish, communities are safe, and economic growth benefits everyone. Your attendance sends a powerful message that our community stands united in protecting what we’ve built and supporting continued growth.

Registration encouraged
Light refreshments will be provided
All Media Please Register

For questions or more information, please contact: Karen Gaal, Chairwoman & Public Safety Director
3rd District MPD Citizens Advisory Council
Email: 3DCACDC@gmail.com
Phone: 202-854-1620

Mark Your Calendar: Thursday, July 31, 2025, 7:00 PM

See you there as we work together to build safer, stronger, more prosperous communities.

Together, we are making Washington, DC, and the 3rd District a safer, stronger place for all.

RSVP & Share: www.3DCAC.org

#3DCAC #PublicSafetyMatters #SaferStrongerDC #CommunityFirst #MPD

Our collective efforts reflect a commitment to creating safer, more vibrant spaces for residents and businesses alike. We encourage all registered community members and business owners to attend our 3D CAC Public Safety Task Force meetings and share feedback to help us drive positive change across the 3rd District.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in building a safer community. We Are Here To Work Together!

See You Soon!

Remember Public Safety Leaders We’re here to invest in you!

In Service Always because Personal Safety is Public Safety!

Karen Gaal,
Chairwoman,

Public Safety Director
3D CAC – MPD

Third District

Citizens Advisory Council

of Washington, DC

3DCACDC@gmail.com

www.3DCAC.org

202-854-1620

Join the 3D CAC MPD Public Safety Neighborhood Task Force

We invite you to join your neighbors who have been making incremental changes in the problem areas in their neighborhoods. The 3D CAC Public Safety Task Forces work with the Mayor’s Office, DC Agency Partners and DC City Council representatives to address ongoing issues and provide oversight on how resources are being provided to the areas of concern. We meet with action plans to see that our neighborhoods receive credible cures to matters that often slip through the cracks.

We’re looking for fresh community member input in these current working groups:

Meetings are held virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays

T Street – Shaw Task Force

U Street – Logan Circle Task Force

Columbia Heights/ Mount Pleasant/Adams Morgan Task Force

North Capitol / Truxton Circle Task Force

You may request to register via email at 3DCACDC@gmail.com

Your voice matters in addressing the issues that you see everyday.

Public Safety Leaders Community Meeting

We invite the 3rd District Residents, Business Owners and All Elected Officials and DC Agency Partners to attend the 3D CAC Public Safety Leaders Meeting on the last Thursday of each month at 7PM. We have a hybrid & in person option – 3rd District MPD Station and via Zoom. The 3rd District MPD Station is located at 1620 V Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009. Our Meeting space is in the Snyder Community Room. Listen in via Zoom click to receive the meeting link here.

Join Us to assess the impact of Third District MPD Public Safety and crime-fighting efforts on Our Community. We plan to have a discussion about the public safety strategies in your neighborhood. Stay informed about the latest updates from Chief Pamela A. Smith’s office, 3rd District progress, statistics, and upcoming events. Learn more about the DC City Council’s vital Public Safety legislation that merits our attention.

We plan to hold a discussion on Public Safety Strategies, the latest crime statistics and supportive resources. Please come to share your ideas and neighborhood concerns.

We’ve requested the presence of our DC City Council Members and DC Agencies to update us on their progress and amplify the hard work that is being done for the people of Washington, DC.

We ask you also to join in on the open dialogue about your public safety sharing your thoughts and concerns. Let’s all keep the discussion going about the action plans to keep us safe.