I got this from the OCSO, hope it helps..... Dave
Some recommended best practices and preventive measures are:
If you agree to participate, never allow a stranger into your home without verification of credentials and verification from the organization.
If you agree to participate, the preferred method would be a public place such as a restaurant or a library.
Always have another adult present with you the entire time. Never do an interview alone.
Always have a charged phone readily available.
Always verify by calling the organization by calling the number for that organization and not an individual cell phone.
Always check the credentials and if possible make a photo copy. If no photo copier is available, then a camera or camera phone may be used.
Be aware of credentials that appear to be home made.
Terminate any further action if the surveyor has no identification or refuses to provide it.
Inspect and carefully read any documents that you are requested to sign. The decision to sign or agree to anything is yours and your only.
If at anytime you decide the survey or product presentation is not professional or what was initially advertised, terminate it immediately.
Always keep valuables out of plain view, and keep all room doors closed. Do not allow anyone to wander your home alone.
Never consume alcohol with a stranger in your home, and never leave any drinks or open food unattended or near a stranger in your home.
Always write down the vehicle description including tag down.
Request the researcher not bring any bags, brief cases or computer bags in. Request they only bring in documents needed and if a computer is needed, the case be left outside.
Report suspicious activity immediately to your local law enforcement agency, and remember; The decision to participate or continue an interview is yours and yours only.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
WE WANT YOU TO BE IN OUR AUDIENCE!
This is some information from Orange County
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs has developed a new show called Orange County Live! The purpose of this show is to encourage citizens to stay connected with their county government via today’s latest technology, such as the internet, Skype, and mobile phone applications to name a few. Each show will be educational, informative, and interactive for the citizens of Orange County. YOU can participate by being a member of the studio audience! If you’re not able to join us in person tune in to Orange County Government Access Channel, calling in with a question, live chat, or even email your questions in advance. For more information, call Orange County Neighborhood Preservation & Revitalization Division at (407) 836-5606. To become a member of the live studio audience, register here!
Upcoming Show…
v Underage Drinking and Prescription Drug Use ~ This show will engage an in-depth conversation regarding underage drinking and prescription drug use from a medical and treatment perspective. Medical experts will discuss the consequences of abusing alcohol and substances. Law enforcement and community-based prevention agencies will discuss how they're handling these issues locally. It is encouraged that this show be watched with middle school and high school students.
Wednesday, April 25th ~ 7pm to 8pm
Tune in via television: Channel 199 on Brighthouse, Channel 9 on Comcast,
Channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse
Ask a question live on the air call: 407-685-LIVE (5483)
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs has developed a new show called Orange County Live! The purpose of this show is to encourage citizens to stay connected with their county government via today’s latest technology, such as the internet, Skype, and mobile phone applications to name a few. Each show will be educational, informative, and interactive for the citizens of Orange County. YOU can participate by being a member of the studio audience! If you’re not able to join us in person tune in to Orange County Government Access Channel, calling in with a question, live chat, or even email your questions in advance. For more information, call Orange County Neighborhood Preservation & Revitalization Division at (407) 836-5606. To become a member of the live studio audience, register here!
Upcoming Show…
v Underage Drinking and Prescription Drug Use ~ This show will engage an in-depth conversation regarding underage drinking and prescription drug use from a medical and treatment perspective. Medical experts will discuss the consequences of abusing alcohol and substances. Law enforcement and community-based prevention agencies will discuss how they're handling these issues locally. It is encouraged that this show be watched with middle school and high school students.
Wednesday, April 25th ~ 7pm to 8pm
Tune in via television: Channel 199 on Brighthouse, Channel 9 on Comcast,
Channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse
Ask a question live on the air call: 407-685-LIVE (5483)
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
BOLO, Bent Oak Look Out
Here is two alerts for our area..... Be Safe... Dave
NW ALERT #1
This ALERT was sent by the Orange County deputy in charge of the Sweetwater HOA's security detail. After receiving it, I called the OCSO Sector One Crime Prevention Officer, Deputy Alberta Gibson, who told me to forward it to my Neighborhood Watch list:
There are 4 black males traveling throughout Sweetwater and surrounding communities creating havoc. Their method of operation is to knock on a front door and if no one answers, they go around to the rear of the residence and commit a burglary. They are quick and hitting numerous houses in the area. The vehicle changes, because they steal various cars from another area and then commence to committing the burglaries. Please be vigilant until we catch them. The times of occurrence typically begin around 10:00 a.m. weekdays.
NW ALERT #2
This Alert comes from the OCSO Sector One Crime Prevention, Deputy Alberta Gibson:
The following three mini-vans are currently being stolen by people using them to commit crimes: Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan, and Plymouth Voyager. If you see such a vehicle backed into your neighbor's yard or driveway and the vehicle is unknown to you, take a close look (from inside your house!) to determine whether there is a burglary in progress. If that appears to be the case, dial 911 and report the incident. If you are the owner of such a vehicle, keep it in the garage, or if that's not possibe, keep it locked.
NW ALERT #1
This ALERT was sent by the Orange County deputy in charge of the Sweetwater HOA's security detail. After receiving it, I called the OCSO Sector One Crime Prevention Officer, Deputy Alberta Gibson, who told me to forward it to my Neighborhood Watch list:
There are 4 black males traveling throughout Sweetwater and surrounding communities creating havoc. Their method of operation is to knock on a front door and if no one answers, they go around to the rear of the residence and commit a burglary. They are quick and hitting numerous houses in the area. The vehicle changes, because they steal various cars from another area and then commence to committing the burglaries. Please be vigilant until we catch them. The times of occurrence typically begin around 10:00 a.m. weekdays.
NW ALERT #2
This Alert comes from the OCSO Sector One Crime Prevention, Deputy Alberta Gibson:
The following three mini-vans are currently being stolen by people using them to commit crimes: Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan, and Plymouth Voyager. If you see such a vehicle backed into your neighbor's yard or driveway and the vehicle is unknown to you, take a close look (from inside your house!) to determine whether there is a burglary in progress. If that appears to be the case, dial 911 and report the incident. If you are the owner of such a vehicle, keep it in the garage, or if that's not possibe, keep it locked.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Just a Reminder
Just a reminder, if you have a problem in your area, please contact your Block Captain, this is very important so we can let the whole neighborhood know, thank you..... Dave
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Fog - What Do I Do
FHP: Tips for Driving in Fog Fog is a thin layer of cloud resting on the ground. It can reduce visibility to 1/4 mile or less, creating hazardous driving conditions. When conditions make fog likely, be prepared to cope at a moment's notice. It can be patchy, going from a light mist to a thick cover in an instant. If you can't postpone your trip until dense fog lifts -- usually by late morning or the afternoon -- follow these tips:
DRIVE WITH LIGHTS on low beam. High beams will only be reflected back off the fog and actually impair visibility even more. Your lights help other drivers see your vehicle, so be sure they all work. Keep your windshield and headlights clean, to reduce the glare and increase visibility.
SLOW DOWN - and watch your speedometer - before you enter a patch of fog. Be sure that you can stop within the distance that you can see. Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may actually be speeding. Speed is a major factor in fog-related crashes.
WATCH OUT for slow-moving and parked vehicles. Listen for traffic you cannot see. Open your window a little, to hear better.
REDUCE THE DISTRACTIONS in your vehicle. Turn off the radio and cell phone. Your full attention is required.
USE WIPERS AND DEFROSTERS liberally for maximum visibility. Sometimes it is difficult to determine if poor visibility is due to fog or moisture on the windshield.
USE THE RIGHT EDGE of the road or painted road markings as a guide.
BE PATIENT. Avoid passing and/or changing lanes.
SIGNAL TURNS well in advance and brake early as you approach a stop.
DO NOT STOP on a freeway or heavily traveled road. You could become the first link in a chain-reaction collision. If you must pull off the road, signal (people tend to follow tail lights when driving in fog), then carefully pull off as far as possible. After pulling off the road, turn on your hazard flashers(hazard lights should only be used when you pull over to show that you are parked on the side of the road). Move away from the vehicle.
REMAIN CALM & BE PATIENT!!
DRIVE WITH LIGHTS on low beam. High beams will only be reflected back off the fog and actually impair visibility even more. Your lights help other drivers see your vehicle, so be sure they all work. Keep your windshield and headlights clean, to reduce the glare and increase visibility.
SLOW DOWN - and watch your speedometer - before you enter a patch of fog. Be sure that you can stop within the distance that you can see. Fog creates a visual illusion of slow motion when you may actually be speeding. Speed is a major factor in fog-related crashes.
WATCH OUT for slow-moving and parked vehicles. Listen for traffic you cannot see. Open your window a little, to hear better.
REDUCE THE DISTRACTIONS in your vehicle. Turn off the radio and cell phone. Your full attention is required.
USE WIPERS AND DEFROSTERS liberally for maximum visibility. Sometimes it is difficult to determine if poor visibility is due to fog or moisture on the windshield.
USE THE RIGHT EDGE of the road or painted road markings as a guide.
BE PATIENT. Avoid passing and/or changing lanes.
SIGNAL TURNS well in advance and brake early as you approach a stop.
DO NOT STOP on a freeway or heavily traveled road. You could become the first link in a chain-reaction collision. If you must pull off the road, signal (people tend to follow tail lights when driving in fog), then carefully pull off as far as possible. After pulling off the road, turn on your hazard flashers(hazard lights should only be used when you pull over to show that you are parked on the side of the road). Move away from the vehicle.
REMAIN CALM & BE PATIENT!!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
New Crime Stats
Hi Everybody, Time for the new stats, hope you had a great Christmas, and a Safe New Year..... Dave
Crime Case Number Address Date
AUTO BURGLARY 110114214 3535 DAMON RD 12/31/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110114215 3535 DAMON RD 12/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110114351 3000 CLARCONA RD 12/31/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110114182 8 N BULOVA DR 12/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113883 2102 ORCHARD DR 12/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113627 443 N WEKIWA SPRINGS RD 12/29/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113053 2217 HEATHEROAK DR 12/27/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110113206 2469 DRESDEN TL 12/27/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112673 131 E 15TH ST 12/26/2011
COMMERCIAL ROBBERY 110112247 USTLER RD 12/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112331 105 E 15TH ST 12/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112296 526 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 12/24/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110113057 606 E 13TH ST 12/22/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111646 1165 S CENTRAL AV 12/22/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110111595 1810 N HAMMON DR 12/21/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111594 516 MARDEN MEADOWS DR 12/21/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110890 216 S ATLAS DR 12/19/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111572 114 S LINE DR 12/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110754 23 W CELESTE ST 12/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110014 2724 MCQUEEN RD 12/16/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110109862 1515 PAULA DR 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109820 1740 CLARCONA RD 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109745 229 AVALONE DR 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109001 1052 APOPKA BV 12/13/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110109409 901 E SEMORAN BV 12/11/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107655 1817 WEKIWA DR 12/09/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107664 912 HEMLOCK DR 12/09/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110107954 402 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 12/09/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107168 624 S BRADSHAW RD 12/07/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110106686 149 20TH ST 12/06/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110106739 3000 CLARCONA RD 12/05/2011
Crime Case Number Address Date
AUTO BURGLARY 110114214 3535 DAMON RD 12/31/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110114215 3535 DAMON RD 12/31/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110114351 3000 CLARCONA RD 12/31/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110114182 8 N BULOVA DR 12/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113883 2102 ORCHARD DR 12/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113627 443 N WEKIWA SPRINGS RD 12/29/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110113053 2217 HEATHEROAK DR 12/27/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110113206 2469 DRESDEN TL 12/27/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112673 131 E 15TH ST 12/26/2011
COMMERCIAL ROBBERY 110112247 USTLER RD 12/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112331 105 E 15TH ST 12/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110112296 526 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 12/24/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110113057 606 E 13TH ST 12/22/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111646 1165 S CENTRAL AV 12/22/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110111595 1810 N HAMMON DR 12/21/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111594 516 MARDEN MEADOWS DR 12/21/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110890 216 S ATLAS DR 12/19/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110111572 114 S LINE DR 12/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110754 23 W CELESTE ST 12/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110110014 2724 MCQUEEN RD 12/16/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110109862 1515 PAULA DR 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109820 1740 CLARCONA RD 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109745 229 AVALONE DR 12/15/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110109001 1052 APOPKA BV 12/13/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110109409 901 E SEMORAN BV 12/11/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107655 1817 WEKIWA DR 12/09/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107664 912 HEMLOCK DR 12/09/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110107954 402 W ELLA J GILMORE ST 12/09/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110107168 624 S BRADSHAW RD 12/07/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110106686 149 20TH ST 12/06/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110106739 3000 CLARCONA RD 12/05/2011
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
New crime list
I hope everybody had a great Thanksgiving. Here is a new crime list for our area..Dave
Crime Case Number Address Date
STOLEN VEHICLE 110105760 252 MAINE AV 12/03/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105181 72 E 18TH ST 12/01/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104965 307 S AURORA DR 11/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105107 504 OCEAN AV 11/30/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110104772 2591 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 11/29/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105150 1134 SHEELER AV 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104220 570 WEKIVA LANDING DR 11/28/2011
CARJACKING 110104356 1215 S HAWTHORNE AV 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104340 2521 SWEETWATER CTRY CLUB DR 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103925 2928 MCQUEEN RD 11/27/2011
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 110103821 S HIGHLAND AV 11/27/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103380 3000 CLARCONA RD 11/25/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110104238 1608 LONG LN 11/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103358 3000 CLARCONA RD 11/24/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110101697 1365 E SEMORAN BV 11/19/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101354 918 ARMITAGE AV 11/18/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110104172 2 W 18TH ST 11/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101244 1621 GAYLE RIDGE DR 11/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100965 820 ROLLING GREEN DR 11/17/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101048 72 E 18TH ST 11/17/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110100883 324 E ELLA J GILMORE ST 11/17/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110100508 717 CHEETAH TL 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100695 307 ROLFE DR 11/16/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110100787 1602 CLARCONA RD 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100550 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100551 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100552 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
Crime Case Number Address Date
STOLEN VEHICLE 110105760 252 MAINE AV 12/03/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105181 72 E 18TH ST 12/01/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104965 307 S AURORA DR 11/30/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105107 504 OCEAN AV 11/30/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110104772 2591 W ORANGE BLOSSOM TL 11/29/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110105150 1134 SHEELER AV 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104220 570 WEKIVA LANDING DR 11/28/2011
CARJACKING 110104356 1215 S HAWTHORNE AV 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110104340 2521 SWEETWATER CTRY CLUB DR 11/28/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103925 2928 MCQUEEN RD 11/27/2011
STRONG ARM TO PERSON 110103821 S HIGHLAND AV 11/27/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103380 3000 CLARCONA RD 11/25/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110104238 1608 LONG LN 11/24/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110103358 3000 CLARCONA RD 11/24/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110101697 1365 E SEMORAN BV 11/19/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101354 918 ARMITAGE AV 11/18/2011
COMMERCIAL BURGLARY 110104172 2 W 18TH ST 11/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101244 1621 GAYLE RIDGE DR 11/18/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100965 820 ROLLING GREEN DR 11/17/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110101048 72 E 18TH ST 11/17/2011
AUTO BURGLARY 110100883 324 E ELLA J GILMORE ST 11/17/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110100508 717 CHEETAH TL 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100695 307 ROLFE DR 11/16/2011
STOLEN VEHICLE 110100787 1602 CLARCONA RD 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100550 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100551 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 110100552 2167 OLD DIXIE HY 11/16/2011
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