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Neighborhood Watch's 10 Simple Steps to Secure Your Home
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The information attached hereto is being provided as a courtesy only. The Village Green Owners Association makes no representations and/or warranties regarding the adequacy or completeness of any recommendations, suggestions or referrals contained herein. Use at your own risk..

Make yourself safer at the Village Green. Follow these 10 simple steps.

1. Use a home alarm system.
Monitored Home security systems (such as Brinks, ADT, etc.) reduce the chance that your residence will be burglarized by two to three times.

2. Deadbolt your doors.
Bottom locks can be picked or forced. Deadbolt your doors when you are away. To discourage "grab and dash" crime, lock your door when you take out the trash or check your laundry.

3. Close and lock all windows.
Close and lock all windows with the handles pointed down to 90 degrees. This includes 2nd story units, as thieves can climb structures and force entry through 2nd story windows.

4. Turn on your patio lights.
Have your front and back patio lights on from dusk to dawn. Automated solutions can be found on this Web site: Tips to Illuminate Your Home

5. Keep safety numbers in your cell phone's memory:
LAPD: 911 (for emergency or life threatening issues)
LAPD's dispatch: (877) 275-5273 (for non-emergency or informational issues)
Platt Securities: (800) 986-3868

6. Create a "lived in" look when you are away.
Automate your lights, arrange for newspapers and mail to be placed on hold.

7. Keep your car empty and have a car alarm.
Don't leave anything in sight in your car. Install an alarm or other security system for your car.

8. Insure and document your belongings.
If all else fails, insurance provides another layer of protection. Review your current coverage.

9. Stay alert.
Read the "Advanced Awareness" tips available online on this website.

10. Join Neighborhood Watch.
For current events, meeting times, and more information, check back on this Web site.