Stevenson Ridge-Halcyon Security Association

Our professional security agency, Force One, has acted as a deterrent in preventing crime such as car thefts, burglaries, break-ins, etc. particularly during nighttime hours, which had been prevalent in upscale neighborhoods such as ours.

Membership in the Security Association entitles you to the Security Patrol's emergency phone number so that you can:

• Summon nearby help in minutes
• Escort service for you and your family should you be alone
• Monitoring of your property when you are away
• Responds to burglar alarms
• Reports streetlight outages
• Notifies homeowners when garage doors are left open or car lights on

• Give your car  a hot shot 
  

Comparison of current yearly neighborhood association fees

Dues to the Security Association are $375 per year. 
Terms are available for those who find it more convenient to pay either semiannually or quarterly.

Please remember to give your alarm monitoring service our patrol's telephone number. If your alarm goes off accidentally and Force One is the first to respond, they can call the police to report an "all clear," possibly saving you the $50.00 false alarm fee.

Homeowner's Security Tips
You cannot make a residence absolutely burglar-proof, but you can make entry so difficult that the burglar will go elsewhere in search of an easier target. The following are some security tips to assist you in preventing crime from occurring in your home.

House Numbers
Make sure your house numbers are clearly visible day or night from the street. Numbers on your mail-box are not enough to identify your house for emergency response.

Key Control
When you move into a house always have the locks rekeyed. Don’t leave an "emergency" key under the doormat, on top of the door frame or in any other hiding spot.

Use Your Locks
Many reported burglaries occur through unlocked doors and windows. Install deadbolt locks and use them.

Peephole
Use a wide angle door viewer in order to see who is at your door.

Landscaping
Keep doorways, windows, and porches clear when planting bushes and flowers. Remember that bushes provide you with privacy and also give a burglar a place to hide. Prune large trees. Low hanging limbs can provide second story access into your house. A well maintained lawn is a very effective clue that someone is at home.

Admitting Strangers
Never open your door to someone you don't know. Demand identification from service people. If you are unsure, call the service company to verify identity or the police department. If the person is legitimate, he or she will wait while you check. Don’t depend on a chain lock when opening the door. If someone pretends to need help at your door, tell them you will call the police for help for them DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR!

Appearance of Occupancy
Use timers which automatically regulate the interior lighting. Timers can be used while you are on vacation, out for the evening or during the day while you are at work. If possible, while you are on vacation, have a neighbor park a vehicle in your driveway. Notify the local police that you will be away so they can check your residence in your absence for any suspicious activity.