Public Safety for All: Delvin’s Vision for a Safer, Stronger Atlanta

Every resident of Atlanta deserves to feel safe in their neighborhood, on their streets, and in their home. True public safety is about more than policing—it’s about building trust, preventing harm, and investing in the well-being of every community, especially in District 12.

Atlanta cannot thrive if fear divides our neighborhoods or if public safety is unequally distributed. We must prioritize a holistic approach that addresses root causes of crime, ensures accountability, and fosters real partnerships between residents and public safety professionals.

Public safety must be a collaborative effort—one built on trust, mutual respect, and shared responsibility. Our officers, first responders, and all public safety workers must work hand-in-hand with the communities they serve to create a city where everyone feels protected and valued.

Safety is a collective right. As your next City Council member, Delvin will fight for people-first public safety policies that make Atlanta safer for everyone—not just for some.

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1. Invest in Community-Centered Safety

• Fund violence prevention and intervention programs that work directly with youth, at-risk individuals, and communities to reduce crime before it happens.

• Expand and support the Policing Alternatives & Diversion (PAD) Initiative, which deploys trained mental health crisis response teams to handle behavioral health calls. Delvin will advocate for expanding PAD’s hours to a full 24/7 operation so that all Atlantans can access this critical service anytime it is needed.

2. Build Trust and Transparency

• Strengthen and empower the City of Atlanta Citizens Review Board by advocating for greater authority, resources, and independence—ensuring that it can serve as an active and effective voice for the community in matters of police accountability.

• Mandate body camera use and ensure public access to footage in cases of misconduct or use of force.

• Encourage public safety workers to actively engage with the communities they serve by attending neighborhood association meetings, community events, and civic activities.

3. Prioritize Prevention Over Punishment

• Invest in youth programs, job training, and re-entry services to provide alternatives to crime and pathways to opportunity.

• Support restorative justice initiatives that promote healing and rehabilitation instead of incarceration alone.

4. Modernize Public Safety Practices

• Advance de-escalation and anti-bias training for all public safety personnel, ensuring responses are rooted in respect and fairness.

• Adopt data-driven approaches to deploy resources where they are needed most, not based on outdated patterns or stereotypes.

5. Build Stronger, Safer Communities

• Improve street lighting, maintain parks, and invest in safe public spaces—because well-cared-for neighborhoods deter crime and foster community pride.

• Foster partnerships between residents, local businesses, and public safety agencies to create a shared vision for safety that reflects community priorities.

• Promote residency in Atlanta’s neighborhoods for all public safety workers—including officers, firefighters, EMTs, and emergency response personnel—through housing subsidies and incentives. Public safety workers who live locally are strongly encouraged to participate in neighborhood associations and community activities to build trust, accountability, and connection.