The city of Kirkland is asking community members to participate in an online survey on community policing and public safety priorities. It will be available until Aug. 2.

According to a press release, community policing is the law enforcement philosophy emphasizing the bonds held between citizens and police. These relationships help police officers engage with residents to prevent crime from happening, instead of only responding after incidents occur.

“This civic conversation on community policing is a direct result of the community’s incredible support for Proposition 1,” said Police Chief Cherie Harris, in the release. “We look forward to hearing about what is important to you and learning how we can work together to strengthen our partnerships and relationships.”

Responses to this survey will inform staff about public safety priorities across our community, ideas on crime prevention strategies and ways to maintain and strengthen trusting relationships between the police department and the community, according to the city of Kirkland.

For more information visit kirklandwa.gov/communitypolicing. The online survey can be found at bit.ly/2LnGpdn.