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Somerset Police Department encourages community to Reach Out and Speak Up to prevent suicide

Police January 13, 2021

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The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly put a significant strain on mental health. Public health actions like social distancing, in addition to fear and anxiety about the virus, can lead to feelings of isolation and increased stress and in turn, cause a rise in suicidal thoughts and behavior.

In Somerset-Pulaski County, the total number of calls to law enforcement agencies for suicide or suicidal threat increased by 8 percent in 2020 over 2019. And while September often has a high number of incidences and is also recognized as Suicide Awareness Month, the month of January is historically difficult for residents as well.  

As we begin a new year in which we continue to fight COVID-19, the Somerset Police Department wants to encourage everyone to REACH OUT to your neighbors to make sure they are well and lend a helping hand, and to SPEAK UP if you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness or suicidal thoughts.

The Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital’s behavioral health unit offers the following advice for managing stress during the COVID-19 pandemic:

  • Take time away from media reports and focus on things in your life that are going well and that you can control;
  • Talk to family and friends and stay connected while social distancing;
  • Pay attention to your body in order to recognize the early warning signs of stress.

The resources below are available for anyone who needs assistance:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 
1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Crisis Text Line (U.S. text line) 
741741  
Visit crisistextline.org for more information

Adanta Crisis Hotline
1-800-633-5599

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Behavioral Health Unit
(606) 678-3440

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Parking Tickets

Parking tickets may be paid in the Office of the City Clerk at 306 E. Mt. Vernon St. or mailed in the original citation envelope. Checks should be made payable to “City of Somerset.” Failure to comply with the citations within seven (7) days will result in the fine being doubled. Failure to pay within 30 days will result in a citation to Pulaski District Court. If convicted in District Court there will be an additional court cost of up to or more than $100. The registered owner of a vehicle at the time of the violation shall be liable for all fines. Fees subject to change without notice.

Parking Fines

Parking over designated time: $5
Parking on painted curb: $5
Loading zone: $5
Double parking: $5
Blocking driveway: $5
Parking on wrong side of street: $5
Parking in fire lane: $10
Parking on sidewalk: $10
Parking at fire plug: $10
Parking in handicapped space $25