The Numbers Tell a Story

Dublin’s 2023 Community Survey revealed a troubling shift: 35% of residents now rate crime as “extremely or very serious” — up from just 21% in 2019. That’s nearly double in four years. While 89% of residents still rate Dublin as a safe place to live, the trend line should concern every one of us.

Growth Without Safety Is a Broken Promise

When Dublin adds thousands of new homes, it doesn’t just add families — it adds demand on police, fire, and emergency services. Yet safety staffing hasn’t kept pace with our explosive population growth. Response times matter. Visibility matters. Being proactive instead of reactive matters.

A Smarter Approach to Public Safety

Not every 911 call requires a badge and a gun. Shivraj supports funding a dedicated mental health co-responder program that pairs trained counselors with officers for crisis calls — reducing escalation and freeing officers for serious threats.

Prepared, Not Scared

Dublin sits in earthquake country and faces growing wildfire risk from the eastern hills. Emergency preparedness isn’t optional — it’s a responsibility. Shivraj will push for updated evacuation planning, community preparedness drills, and staffing benchmarks tied directly to population milestones. As Dublin grows, safety must grow with it.