'Nextdoor' to open communication among neighbors

A new social media site is up and running for Lafayette residents to share information on community safety.

'Nextdoor' is a free, private, network that allows neighbors to exchange information about their area.

Police Lieutenant Pat Flannelly says establishing this type of communication leads to a more secure environment.

The site has been up for about two weeks.

Flannelly says so far there are roughly 200-households signed up.

The information exchanged is only available to people who live in specific neighborhoods, which is verified through a landline telephone number or credit information. 

Outsiders do not have access.