As Pittsburgh prepares to host the NFL Draft, city leaders are sending a message to young people and their families: Attend together, use common sense and understand there will be zero tolerance for crime.Pittsburgh Public Safety officials and police outlined their security plans Monday, warning that taunting, fighting, disorderly conduct and any other illegal activity will have consequences.Police Chief Jason Lando said officers will not ignore bad behavior during the high-profile event. At the same time, officials said they want students to have safe alternatives during the draft.Because Pittsburgh Public Schools will be on remote learning, the city plans to open all 10 recreation centers beginning at 8 a.m. Officials said the centers will offer expanded Wi-Fi, along with breakfast and lunch, so students can check in for schoolwork.Eric Sloan, director of parks and recreation, said students will also be able to attend draft parties at the Ammon facility and Magee Recreation Center.Watch full video of the news conference: Pittsburgh officials discuss youth safety ahead of NFL DraftPublic Safety Director Sheldon Williams urged everyone attending – not just young people – to show “common sense and common courtesy” so everyone can enjoy the event safely.The NFL Draft kicks off on the North Shore at 8 p.m. Thursday.”We want you to be here enjoying it. Be part of the experience and make positive memories. But with that opportunity comes responsibility,” Lando said. “The Pittsburgh police and our public safety partners will have zero tolerance for behavior that undermines the safety and enjoyment of others. That includes taunting, fighting, disorderly conduct, or any form of illegal activity. These actions will not be ignored and there will be consequences.”
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As Pittsburgh prepares to host the NFL Draft, city leaders are sending a message to young people and their families: Attend together, use common sense and understand there will be zero tolerance for crime.
Pittsburgh Public Safety officials and police outlined their security plans Monday, warning that taunting, fighting, disorderly conduct and any other illegal activity will have consequences.
Police Chief Jason Lando said officers will not ignore bad behavior during the high-profile event. At the same time, officials said they want students to have safe alternatives during the draft.
Because Pittsburgh Public Schools will be on remote learning, the city plans to open all 10 recreation centers beginning at 8 a.m. Officials said the centers will offer expanded Wi-Fi, along with breakfast and lunch, so students can check in for schoolwork.
Eric Sloan, director of parks and recreation, said students will also be able to attend draft parties at the Ammon facility and Magee Recreation Center.
Watch full video of the news conference: Pittsburgh officials discuss youth safety ahead of NFL Draft
Public Safety Director Sheldon Williams urged everyone attending – not just young people – to show “common sense and common courtesy” so everyone can enjoy the event safely.
The NFL Draft kicks off on the North Shore at 8 p.m. Thursday.
“We want you to be here enjoying it. Be part of the experience and make positive memories. But with that opportunity comes responsibility,” Lando said. “The Pittsburgh police and our public safety partners will have zero tolerance for behavior that undermines the safety and enjoyment of others. That includes taunting, fighting, disorderly conduct, or any form of illegal activity. These actions will not be ignored and there will be consequences.”