October 2024

Beat 2 is also known as “Brazos Terrace Subdivision” and it is located in the north side of the City of Richmond. The boundary lines are west of Collins, South of Pink Blvd., north of the Union Pacific Railroad, and east of the Richmond State School (which is outside the City Limits and Beat 2). Beat 2 is mainly a residential area, working class family residences mixed with several single wide mobile home parks. Within Beat 2 are Pink Elementary (Lamar Consolidated School District) and Baker-Rilley preschool. There is a convenience store located at 611 Pultar and a gas station/convenience store at 205 Collins Road. Beat 2 is home to three apartment complexes, 1930 Rocky Falls, 2020 Rocky Falls and 1001 Pultar Road. 

On Tuesday, October 1^st  Beat Two celebrated National Night Out at 310 Rochelle. About 30 neighbors attended. Hot dogs and chips were served along with soft drinks and cookies. I had the opportunity to visit with these residents that reside within a two-block area.  

During the month of October, while driving through Beat 2 I met Jesse Hernandez, who is a long resident of George Street. We spoke, in Spanish, about crime on his street.

I also met Aurelio Barrientos, who speaks Spanish only. Mr. Barrientos shared with me his concerns about crime on his street, but he is happy with his life in Richmond.

I also spoke, in Spanish, with Yneliahi Picon. We spoke about safety for her children and crime prevention.

Preparation for the Santa Behind The Badge Event had begun. This event, which has been sponsored by The Richmond Police Department since 1994, provides presents and a Christmas party for the children of families that are in economic distress. This event will take place on Monday, December 16^th at 6:30 PM, in the Family Life Center of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Richmond.  This event is supported by monetary donations from local businesses and the Richmond Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association. This event is also possible by the involvement of the Calvary Episcopal School of Richmond.

During the month of October all monthly registered sex offender checks were completed.