AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently hosted a Community Safety Update with the Aurora Police Department and area residents.

“I was thrilled to see so many residents come out to discuss ways to improve the safety of our community,” Kifowit said. “I appreciate the Aurora Police Department participating in our discussion and offering valuable advice on how individuals can avoid becoming a victim and help keep their neighborhoods safe.”

Kifowit was joined by members of the Aurora Police Department who discussed community safety and steps residents can take to protect themselves and their property from criminals. Residents can visit The Aurora Police Department’s website at www.aurora-il.org/342/Police-Department to learn additional crime prevention tips and to sign up for the Aurora Alert system to stay updated about critical emergencies, severe weather-related notifications, important road construction updates and general community news.