Police report: North Bend officers investigated 27 calls in February; council raises homelessness and traffic safety concerns

Sergeant Suieend presented the police report for February at the March 30 meeting, reporting 27 calls for service during the period and 71 calls year-to-date. The department recorded three criminal reports for the month (five YTD), including an attempted burglary that led to a suspect arrest, and seven citations issued year-to-date.

During the ensuing discussion residents and council members raised concerns about several established homeless camps near US50 and Sunset Avenue and asked how officers were addressing them. The sergeant said officers have been consistently checking the camps and that one reported encampment had been moved off private property; he also noted ongoing outreach and that officers had visited identified locations.

Council members and residents also described a blind‑spot turning location near Stratford and Aston Oaks where drivers frequently run the stop sign; several suggested additional signage or a speed bump to slow traffic and reduce risk. Staff agreed to explore options and compare approaches used in neighboring jurisdictions.

The police report was delivered as information to the council; no new ordinance or enforcement policy was adopted at the meeting.