Neighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program which enlists the active participation of citizens in cooperation with law enforcement to reduce crime in their communities.
How Do I start a Neighborhood Watch Program?
Contact your local law enforcement agency.
- Explain that you would like to start a Neighborhood Watch group and ask for assistance.
- Many law enforcement agencies have a crime prevention officer or specialist who can help you organize your initial meeting.
- Ask about the crime statistics in your neighborhood.
- Ask to have a law enforcement representative at your first meeting.
Talk to your neighbors.
- Canvass your neighborhood for interest.
- Discuss crime problems in your area, using the information you received from your law enforcement agency.
- Briefly explain the value of the Neighborhood Watch program.
Arrange a date, time and place for the first meeting.
- Set the meeting date far enough in advance to give everyone adequate notice.
- Select a time that is convenient for most neighbors and your law enforcement representative.
- Develop and distribute a flyer announcing the meeting.
- If possible, meet in the home of a neighbor to foster an informal, comfortable atmosphere.
For additional questions and information please contact Community Service Officer Ashley Nichelman 925-314-3707