The S.A.F.E. Pontiac Initiative:
A Plan for Progress
Gill Garrett’s S.A.F.E. Initiative serves as the foundation for a brighter future for Pontiac. This comprehensive plan will focus on:
S – Safer Neighborhoods
• Increase public safety through stronger community policing and partnerships.
• Invest in mental health services to prevent crime before it happens.
• Expand youth and mentorship programs to provide positive alternatives.
• Improve street lighting, blight removal, and infrastructure to create safer environments.
F – Financial Stability
• Eliminate wasteful spending and improve fiscal responsibility.
• Pursue smart economic policies that bring in sustainable revenue.
• Support local businesses with grants and resources to ensure their success.
• Work with state and federal agencies to secure funding for key city projects.
A – Accountability for the People
• Ensure transparency in government operations and budgeting.
• Engage with residents through regular town halls and open-door policies.
• Hold city officials and departments to the highest ethical standards.
• Strengthen partnerships between the city, schools, and local organizations
E – Economic Growth for All
• Attract new businesses and industries to create well-paying jobs.
• Invest in workforce development and training programs.
• Expand affordable housing and homeownership opportunities.
• Revitalize downtown and neglected neighborhoods to spur economic activity.