THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT 
              Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: Thursday, December 28, 1995            TAG: 9512280298
SECTION: LOCAL                    PAGE: B3   EDITION: FINAL 
SOURCE: STAFF REPORT 
DATELINE: PORTSMOUTH                         LENGTH: Short :   35 lines

PORTSMOUTH SUMMIT TO LOOK AT CRIME AND QUALITY OF LIFE

Crime-fighting strategies and how to improve the city's quality of life will be the topic of a Jan. 20 conference that will bring together the Police Department, City Council and civic groups.

The conference, called a ``citywide crime summit,'' will be held from 1 to 6:30 p.m. at Hunt-Mapp Middle School, 3701 Willett Drive. The public is invited. Transportation, child care, door prizes and a meal will be provided.

``The purpose of this event is to reach as many citizens as possible through a grassroots effort,'' a police press release said.

``The summit will seek ideas and input to confront the current crime and quality-of-life issues within our city.''

The conference will also provide information about Portsmouth's community policing efforts.

After the presentation, participants will break into smaller groups to brainstorm strategies to create a workable and effective plan between police, citizens and local governmental agencies.

To register for the summit and to get more information, call 399-5261, Ext. 275. The registration deadline is Jan. 10. ILLUSTRATION: Graphic

TO ATTEND

To register for the summit and to get details, call 399-5261,

Ext. 275.

by CNB