Neighborhood Watch
What are the characteristics of a strong neighborhood watch program (NW)?
Each neighborhood is different - each has its own demographics, issues, size and interests. This is why the NW program is so valuable - it is flexible enough to meet communities of all sizes and shapes!
Hopefully this new “neighborhood watch spotlight” can share light on what a successful NW looks like in various neighborhoods and offer some best practices and new ideas for your own neighborhood. We won’t share names of the neighborhoods or their leaders in these but will share key information about their program!
If you would like more information on how to start a program, or want more information on NW, please reach out to (970) 498-5159!
The best defense of a home is a good offense.
Neighborhood Watch program started over 40 years ago and has proven to be the most cost-effective crime prevention program. It is easy to implement and maintain and can help reduce crime in your neighborhood. It can be organized around a block, business, church, or apartment building.
This program is designed to:
- Unite the community and increase neighborhood cohesion
- Improve surveillance and crime reporting by citizens
- Prevent and reduce crime
- Support homeland security
How can you start a Neighborhood Watch program in your neighborhood?
- Talk to your neighbors about coming together to learn about getting a program started.
- Our crime prevention team members will attend your meeting and provide a presentation and materials for your group. It will teach you how to get your program started, what and how to report, and all the other things you need to know to be successful! It has a proven track record of reducing crime and uniting neighborhoods.
- It’s easy, it’s effective, and it’s free.
For more information or to schedule your meeting, call (970) 498-5159.