The Alert Neighbor program is a trademark program of the Crime Commission. Since its inception in 1980 well over a million residents in the Tulsa area have received the training. This program enlists citizen participation in crime prevention through neighborhood meetings where safety in the home and neighborhood are emphasized. In each neighborhood, we work to:
•   Increase crime reporting.
•   Improve cooperation with law enforcement.
•   Address community concerns.
•   Educate the public on current crime trends, scams, frauds, and methods of prevention and resolution.
•   Reduce neighborhood crime and the opportunity for crime to occur when neighbors work together.
A cohesive neighborhood deters crime. A fragmented neighborhood is an easier target for crime. The Alert Neighbors program teaches residents how to secure their homes, how to be safer in their homes and on the street, and what to look for and how to report that which is suspicious. The Alert Neighbors program promotes improved communication among neighbors about problems and solutions and fosters improved relations between law enforcement and the community.

Citizens should be taught to be the eyes and ears of law enforcement in order to create safer communities. The Crime Commission through our Alert Neighbors program teaches people how to do just that. These programs address crime prevention issues such as home and personal safety, auto theft, gang awareness, home security and neighborhood watch.  All programs are presented at no cost to the audience.

Why an Alert Neighbor Program? Because it works! Decreases in burglary and related offenses are reported by law enforcement. We are a transient society with more working families and busier life-styles. This means homes are left empty during all hours of the day and night. This creates a target for criminal activities. An active Alert Neighbor program builds community. It often serves as a springboard for addressing other neighborhood concerns.

Who can be involved? Any community resident! Renters or homeowners; apartments; city or rural neighborhoods; schools; businesses – anybody interested in keeping their families safe and secure.

Call today to start an Alert Neighbor program in your neighborhood! 585-5209

A Checklist for Starting an Alert Neighbors Program in your Neighborhood!

YOU WILL NEED:

•   A person or a group committed to starting an Alert Neighbors Program.
•   A list of issues initially needing to be addressed.
•   A means of communication with the residents - e-mail, fliers or telephone trees.
•   Publicity for the initial Alert Neighbors meeting.
•   A meeting agenda to keep things moving and on track.
•   A place to meet – resident’s house or apartment, community center, school or library.
•   A map of the community with space for names, addresses, and phone numbers.

TO ADD EXCITEMENT:

•   Mix business with pleasure – allow attendees time to socialize.
•   Seek out neighborhood go-getters – civic leaders and elected officials as mentors.
•   Work with existing organizations or housing authorities.
•   Provide speakers on topics of community interest.
•   Link crime prevention into activities, child protection, and recreation activities for young people.
•   Start a neighborhood newsletter.
•   Arrange for McGruff to make an appearance at a meeting or block party.

TO BUILD PARTNERSHIPS

•   The police and sheriff’s office endorsement is critical to Alert Neighbors credibility. These agencies are the major sources of information on local crime patterns and crime prevention education.
•   Local businesses and organizations can offer meeting places.
•   Libraries can provide research materials and meeting space.
•   Places of worship can provide meeting space.

Downloads:

Alert Neighbor brochure
Sign request
Crime Commission volunteer form
Role of a Block Captain (Alert Neighbor 4)
CRCP brochure
Identity Theft brochure
Personal Safety brochure
Self-Defense brochure