Lünen Launches Bi-Annual Public Safety Forum to Strengthen Community Trust
How Safe Is Lünen—and How Safe Do Residents Feel?
These questions took center stage at a public safety forum held at City Hall, organized by Mayor Martina Förster-Teutenberg. Representatives from the police, fire department, regulatory office, housing associations (WBG, Bauverein, Vivawest), and public transport (VKU) gathered to assess the current situation and develop joint strategies.
The event began with the fire department, police, and regulatory office presenting an objective overview of safety in the city. Their conclusion: Lünen is a safe place. All participants unanimously described the situation as "good."
"This is an important and positive message," emphasized Mayor Förster-Teutenberg. "At the same time, we know that people's personal sense of security doesn't always align with the statistical reality. That's exactly where we're focusing our efforts: We don't just want to ensure safety—we want people to feel it."
The discussion then shifted to the subjective perception of safety. One concrete measure: Future meetings will bring together building managers and social services from housing associations with police and regulatory officials. The goal is to strengthen direct communication, identify issues early, and collaboratively find solutions.
Another key topic was emergency preparedness. All participants agreed that information channels must be expanded and public awareness further raised. Housing representatives pledged to use their tenant newsletters as an additional platform for sharing critical updates.
The safety forum is set to become a regular event, with participants meeting twice a year. Depending on the agenda, the circle of attendees may be broadened.
"Safety is a shared responsibility," the mayor stressed. "The better we work together, the more effectively we can act—ensuring both a secure Lünen and a strong sense of safety among its residents."
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