Urban League, RBC Launch ‘Public Safety Initiative’

The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis (St. Louis, MO) and Regional Business Council are partnering with Home Depot on a “Neighborhood Public Safety Upgrade Initiative.”

The program will help bring advanced technology to the community to address public safety, according to James Clark, Urban League vice president of public safety.

During each quarter of 2025, 100 residents in areas identified as high crime sectors will get Ring doorbell cameras as well as motion sensory lights, adding an extra layer of protection.

The home security program spans St. Louis, St. Louis County, East St. Louis, and Cahokia Heights.

“Law enforcement plays an especially important role. Now, we’re looking at how do we empower neighborhood residents, and asking, ‘what can we do to pull neighborhood residents in?”’ said Clark during a press conference at the Urban League headquarters.

Alandon Pitts, RBC senior manager of workforce and community development, emphasized the importance of corporate partnerships in community safety.

“Investments like this from organizations such as Home Depot demonstrate the power of the business community to step up and create lasting change in neighborhoods facing challenges. We’re proud to be part of this effort to uplift and protect families,” he said.

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