Newsletter July 2010
Posted on July 30th, 2010 by Chris WebsterREGENCY PARK NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWSLETTER
Greetings Neighbors! It’s almost time to pass the torch. Officer elections are Tuesday, August 3rd, during our next monthly meeting. You will decide who the next President, Vice-president, Secretary, and Treasurer will be. We need members to volunteer for these jobs, so we can continue building RPNW. Here’s a quick breakdown of each position.
President: The president keeps tabs on all neighborhood crime, and gathers monthly crime reports from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. If a crime occurs in our neighborhood, it is the president’s responsibility to get the word out via email, or by phoning block captains. President also presides over monthly meetings, as well as the “occasional” officer meeting. Most officer-related business can be handled over the phone.
Vice-president: VP makes sure someone opens and closes the gate to the park each day. He/She also maintains close contact with the Block Captains and their Supervisors, so patrols continue happening. In the event the president can not perform his/her duties, the VP steps in.
Secretary: The Secretary’s primary responsibility is the monthly newsletter. It is his/her job to keep neighbors informed about what happens in the neighborhood and during neighborhood watch meetings. The challenge with this position is keeping the newsletter short, informative, and interesting. The secretary also takes notes for the president at all meetings.
Treasurer: The Treasurer is in charge of the money. He/She is responsible for deposits, withdraws, and notifying members of any changes to the account. The Treasurer also organizes fundraisers.
Food For Thought: Each job can be as easy, or as difficult as you make it. We all have families, responsibilities, and lives outside of neighborhood watch. This group is extra-curricular, but it is making a difference for all of us. Please consider doing your part to make RPNW even stronger, by volunteering some of your time.
It’s been a pleasure getting to know all of you, but it’s time for me to pass the pen to someone else. I’ll see you August 3rd!
Tessa Webster/ Secretary
June 2010 Newsletter
Posted on June 3rd, 2010 by Chris Webster
REGENCY PARK NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWSLETTER: In case you missed our last Neighborhood Watch Meeting June 1, 2010, here are some of the highlights.
Crime Analysis 17 reported incidences in and around our neighborhood! Less than last month…that’s a good thing. See details on the Crime Analysis report soon to be posted. This report will have times, dates and locations of the incidences. Let’s keep our eyes and ears open and keep these numbers low!
*Note, as I mentioned above, some of the areas are not in our neighborhood watch area. It’s important to also know what is going on around our neighborhood as well and identify what can spill over into our neighborhood….i.e. “Old Spanish Trail”.
Patrol efforts paying off Members recently observed occurrences in our neighborhood that needed immediate attention and took action by calling the Sheriff’s Office and reporting it to the proper authorities. Members were able to get a good description of the person[s] vehicle and car tag to help identify the suspect. Members were able to accomplish this in a safe manner without putting themselves in danger. Law enforcement and animal control now have something to work with! GOOD JOB! This is the kind of action that will deter and prevent future problems in our park and neighborhood.
Patrol Captain[s]: Volunteers Needed!
Robert Lawson (476-1226/W4RL@bellsouth.net
Assistant Ron Hamile (K4RFH@att.net)
Please contact Robert Lawson and let him know your availability, when you’re patrolling and where so we can put together an organized plan for patrols. This is voluntary only but very necessary for deterring crime in our neighborhood. I challenge all of us to get involved and make a difference!
Treasurer’s Report: Tamara Hurst/ After purchasing seven (7) sign post for our Neighborhood Watch Signs and paying Billy Newlin a portion of his original purchase of the signs, the balance in our account to date is $326.00 (Big thanks to Billy). Future purchases include amber lights for vehicle patrols at night and magnetic signs with our “Regency Park” logo on the doors of the car.
Fundraisers Tamara is working on some ideas with Sonic, CiCi’s and Domino’s for support on some of our fundraisers. Waiting on a response from corporate and keeping our fingers crossed.
“CAR WASH” got the vote at the meeting for our next fundraiser. The date and location is being worked out and the details will be forthcoming soon. Suggestions welcome…
Also, a “Fall Festival” suggested by Mark, for the cooler months, where our other fundraiser ideas and events can take place at once, where the whole neighborhood can come and enjoy the festivities. (October/November)
Robert suggested selling “Krispy Kreme” donuts and coffee during the fall as well.
Mr. Apple, the chef at “Apples Market”, who lives in our neighborhood, has graciously offered at no cost to us, hot dogs and buns etc., for our Fall Festival at the park….Thanks for taking the initiative and speaking to Mr. Apple Nancy!…
General info If you are exiting your home or look out your window and see marked police cars speeding by or setting up in a specific area you may want to call the non emergency phone number to the Sheriff’s Office ECSO/436-9630 and see if it is safe to leave your home at that time. Be polite, tell the operator your name and address and ask them is it safe to go out of the house. They will advise you if it is safe or not. If of course, it is an emergency call 911.
No Sales Taxes Roselyn and Frank confirm no issues with our fundraisers regarding taxes! Good to hear.
Picnic at the Park: Reminder, Saturday, June 19th, we invite all neighbors to pack their picnic baskets, bring a blanket, and head to the park. This is your chance to have some fun and get to know what RPNW is all about. Starts at 3 pm… hope to see you there!
Chris Webster
RPNW President
Fourth Annual CPR Saturday
Posted on June 3rd, 2010 by Webmaster
The Fourth Annual CPR Saturday is just around the corner!
Get trained in Adult CPR for only $10.00! Students will receive a book and a certificate upon successful completion of the physical and written test.
Don't miss this opportunity to take this course at a steal price! It only comes around once a year!
June 12 - Pensacola
Session 1: 8am-12:30pm
Session 2: 9:40am-2:10pm
Session 3: 11:20am-3:50pm
June 26 - Niceville
Session 1: 8am-12:30pm
Session 2: 9:40am-2:10pm
Session 3: 11:20am-3:50pm
This event is suitable for ages 10 and up, so make it a family event!
To register, visit www.YourRedCross.org or call 800.773.7620 x 0!
AED (defibrillator) will be available at the end of each session for an additional $7.00.
Another Attempted Break-in
Posted on March 4th, 2010 by roselynMonday night, March 1st, there was another attempted break-in, this time on Sharkhead. The homeowner was home and had their alarm system armed. The alarm scared the burglars away but not before they stole the meeting reminder sign which was also on Sharkhead.
February 2010 Crime Statistics
Posted on March 3rd, 2010 by WebmasterThe crime statistics are in for February 2010. Use the following links to review the statistics. Adobe Reader is required.
Regency Square (Park) Street Summary February 2010
Regency Square (Park) Dispatched Address Monthly Summary February 2010
We Are Now 100 Strong!
Posted on February 26th, 2010 by roselynThe Regency Park Neighborhood Watch, Inc. has just reached a milestone! We now have 100 background checked members!
THANK YOU! To all of our dedicated members! With your active participation we can make our neighborhood crime free and safer for all who live here.
Attempted Break-in
Posted on February 20th, 2010 by roselynFriday night on Tradewinds there was an attempted home break-in. The attempt was through the back door while the homeowner was in the house. The break-in was unsuccessful and the ECSO responded.
Please see "Protecting Your Home" under Resources for tips on securing your home against criminals.
Please keep watch up and down your street or while performing walking/driving patrols for persons acting suspiciously. Report the suspicious activity to the ECSO at 436-9620.