At the Shenandoah City Council meeting recently citizen complaints came forth claiming harassment on the part of the police law enforcement of the City of Shenandoah. This, manifesting from a request to the Police Department from the Shenandoah City Council to maintain order in the downtown area as a response to complaints from hotel guests and Shenandoah citizens. Serious charges, yes, and one of the complaints had merit but it seemed the full intent of the policy wasn't understood. Most of the issue stems around improving community image for non-residents visiting and also residents. It's an attempt to ensure a pleasant downtown experience for everyone either walking or even staying in their apartment or hotel room at the Shenandoah Inn & Suites.
NOTE: These views are taken solely from events at the July 10 City Council meeting and not taking into consideration any police reports that may have been filed by citizens or members of the Shenandoah Police department. This is strictly an objective view of the ongoing policy to maintain order in the downtown Shenandoah area.
A family claimed they were demanded by the Shenandoah Police to vacate the downtown benches and to keep moving. Reportedly, their reason for sitting was to give adequate time for their son to catch his breath from asthma. It was said that the police officer was relentless to keep them moving. The frustration of this family was understandable. When your child is sick you take the time to recuperate and move on. Yet, we need to understand that every officer is different and that every officer will interpret a situation differently. Claiming fault for either is mute at this point because no one else was there.
Another gentleman came forth claiming harassment and arrest from the Shenandoah Police department for sitting on the downtown benches. He reports minding his own business. Again, placing fault is unproductive so I'll go into why this policy was put into affect. It's important in all situations to remember that there are multiple views, motives and reasons for everything.
Shenandoah, Iowa, is on the verge of possible sizable growth from various industries. It's important now more than ever to think about and act on initiatives to enhance and make pleasant the Shenandoah experience especially for those visiting. Even if there wasn't any industry news rural America is on a steady decline. Positioning the image of Shenandoah in a positive light in the hearts and minds of passerbys, businessmen and visitors is so very important for the future of possible growth.
The City of Shenandoah has received many complaints from hotel guests of the noise and also the constant large groups congregating on the Sheridan Avenue benches. I have take the opportunity on many occasions to take a walk up and down Sheridan mostly between the 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. time frame. I have firsthand witnessed intimidating groups hanging out at these benches though harmless. I've only heard loudness a couple times from these groups but the image itself is intimidating for anyone especially families who are out taking a family walk. These congregations should be discouraged.
I have seen violence on a couple occasions as well. However, I've never seen them from any group but from individual citizens of Shenandoah. Usually between two people and both times had a child present with them. This scene is highly unfortunate and further proves the degrading status of the family and relationships. It also show at what level we are willing to expose our children to domestic conflicts.
I agree that everyone has the privilege to enjoy the Shenandoah downtown area. However, I ask but one question to the individuals and especially parents everywhere around the world: What productive reasoning is there for allowing or being out on the streets after dark or late into the night? Face it, there really is none! Though your reasons may be innocent enough eventually only trouble awaits.
I would ask all parents to advise your children to be home at a reasonable time - preferably before dark. Use and encourage that family time as an opportunity to draw closer together through wholesome activities. Adults and young who are also out at these times I challenge you to take initiative to practice self mastery. To place boundaries for yourself in which to learn and grow. This will help you be a better person to yourself and the people you are around. By establishing an early curfew for yourselves you are also helping your friends in their personal growth. Going a step further you are helping your community of Shenandoah be a more pleasant place to enjoy.
CASIO G-Shock GA100 Series Watch, Black - Non
In closing I understand that unpleasant exchanges occur with the police officers. I understand that the outcome can seem outright heartless and insensitive. At the same time let's reiterate the human condition. We all interpret things differently and act in different ways. Does that make it right? No. However, it can help one relieve the contention held from the experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Chief of Police is the proper authority to report possible unprofessional conduct of an officer.
I would propose that we should take this as a challenge to live within the reasoning for this policy instead of resisting against it. Know for yourself that it's for the best interest of the town to keep things fluid and moving. Know for yourself that by practicing self mastery you are helping the intent of the policy by adhering to your own early curfew. You are helping obtain for others what you want for yourself - a pleasant evening in downtown Shenandoah.
NOTE: These views are taken solely from events at the July 10 City Council meeting and not taking into consideration any police reports that may have been filed by citizens or members of the Shenandoah Police department. This is strictly an objective view of the ongoing policy to maintain order in the downtown Shenandoah area.
A family claimed they were demanded by the Shenandoah Police to vacate the downtown benches and to keep moving. Reportedly, their reason for sitting was to give adequate time for their son to catch his breath from asthma. It was said that the police officer was relentless to keep them moving. The frustration of this family was understandable. When your child is sick you take the time to recuperate and move on. Yet, we need to understand that every officer is different and that every officer will interpret a situation differently. Claiming fault for either is mute at this point because no one else was there.
Another gentleman came forth claiming harassment and arrest from the Shenandoah Police department for sitting on the downtown benches. He reports minding his own business. Again, placing fault is unproductive so I'll go into why this policy was put into affect. It's important in all situations to remember that there are multiple views, motives and reasons for everything.
Shenandoah, Iowa, is on the verge of possible sizable growth from various industries. It's important now more than ever to think about and act on initiatives to enhance and make pleasant the Shenandoah experience especially for those visiting. Even if there wasn't any industry news rural America is on a steady decline. Positioning the image of Shenandoah in a positive light in the hearts and minds of passerbys, businessmen and visitors is so very important for the future of possible growth.
The City of Shenandoah has received many complaints from hotel guests of the noise and also the constant large groups congregating on the Sheridan Avenue benches. I have take the opportunity on many occasions to take a walk up and down Sheridan mostly between the 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. time frame. I have firsthand witnessed intimidating groups hanging out at these benches though harmless. I've only heard loudness a couple times from these groups but the image itself is intimidating for anyone especially families who are out taking a family walk. These congregations should be discouraged.
I have seen violence on a couple occasions as well. However, I've never seen them from any group but from individual citizens of Shenandoah. Usually between two people and both times had a child present with them. This scene is highly unfortunate and further proves the degrading status of the family and relationships. It also show at what level we are willing to expose our children to domestic conflicts.
I agree that everyone has the privilege to enjoy the Shenandoah downtown area. However, I ask but one question to the individuals and especially parents everywhere around the world: What productive reasoning is there for allowing or being out on the streets after dark or late into the night? Face it, there really is none! Though your reasons may be innocent enough eventually only trouble awaits.
I would ask all parents to advise your children to be home at a reasonable time - preferably before dark. Use and encourage that family time as an opportunity to draw closer together through wholesome activities. Adults and young who are also out at these times I challenge you to take initiative to practice self mastery. To place boundaries for yourself in which to learn and grow. This will help you be a better person to yourself and the people you are around. By establishing an early curfew for yourselves you are also helping your friends in their personal growth. Going a step further you are helping your community of Shenandoah be a more pleasant place to enjoy.
CASIO G-Shock GA100 Series Watch, Black - Non
In closing I understand that unpleasant exchanges occur with the police officers. I understand that the outcome can seem outright heartless and insensitive. At the same time let's reiterate the human condition. We all interpret things differently and act in different ways. Does that make it right? No. However, it can help one relieve the contention held from the experience.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Chief of Police is the proper authority to report possible unprofessional conduct of an officer.
I would propose that we should take this as a challenge to live within the reasoning for this policy instead of resisting against it. Know for yourself that it's for the best interest of the town to keep things fluid and moving. Know for yourself that by practicing self mastery you are helping the intent of the policy by adhering to your own early curfew. You are helping obtain for others what you want for yourself - a pleasant evening in downtown Shenandoah.
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