Savannah Standard

Alderman Kurtis Purtee has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2024 Public Safety and Crime Prevention Federal Advocacy Committee. Purtee, the District 6 Alderman for the City of Savannah, expressed his commitment to addressing public safety and crime prevention not only in Savannah but also for municipalities statewide. He highlighted the importance of guiding policy to secure federal resources and funds for cities like Savannah.

In a statement, Alderman Purtee shared, “Working on this committee will guide how we address public safety and crime prevention not just in Savannah, but for each participating municipality statewide. This work will guide policy that will help municipalities such as Savannah receive resources and funds from the federal government.”

NLC President Mayor David Sander of Rancho Cordova, Calif., announced Purtee's appointment, emphasizing the significance of NLC's federal advocacy committees in addressing the challenges faced by cities at the local level. Mayor Sander expressed his enthusiasm about working with Alderman Kurtis Purtee to strengthen the federal-local partnership and enhance understanding of the issues and opportunities within communities.

As a member of NLC’s Public Safety and Crime Prevention Committee, Alderman Purtee will play a crucial role in shaping NLC’s policy positions and advocating on behalf of cities, towns, and villages across America before Congress, the administration, and locally.

The collaboration between Alderman Kurtis Purtee and the National League of Cities is expected to contribute to the development of effective strategies for enhancing public safety and crime prevention initiatives at the federal level.