PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch started in 2007 the result of a number of concerned citizens contacting their council representative, Melvin Vance, about their homes being broken into and/or properties vandalized. The Deputy Mayor then arranged for meetings with the RCMP to discuss the matter and an inaugural meeting was held in December 2007. The Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch program is currently coordinated through an ad hoc committee of the Town of Oromocto. It is the goal of the program to establish its own board of directors to establish the policy and direction for the program, ensuring that the needs of Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch community are met and that the program remains relevant and dynamic.
Organizing Committee:
The committee is looking for volunteers to help organize Neighbourhood Watch programs to promote crime prevention in Oromocto West.
The main duties of the Committee are:
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The recruitment, training, motivation, encouragement and support of community volunteers. This includes attending community meetings, start up or maintenance meetings;
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Continued co-operation and assistance with other Neighbourhood Watch community partners in the promotion of Crime Protection, primarily the Oromocto RCMP Detachment;
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To monitor and evaluate Neighbourhood Watch;
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To work closely with the Town of Oromocto to fundraise;
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To develop promotional material, media releases, newsletters, and any literature required to promote and enhance the Neighbourhood Watch program;
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To attend regular meetings of the Neighbourhood Watch;
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To maintain accurate monthly records and statistics on new, active, inactive and rejuvenated Watches;
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To maintain, expand and update the Neighbourhood Watch website.
Mission Statement
The Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch, in association with the RCMP will assist volunteer citizens in crime prevention. The Program will encourage these citizens to form Neighbourhood Watch Areas by supporting them with community awareness of crime and crime prevention techniques as well as guidelines for organization. The Board of Directors will further the program’s effectiveness through cooperation with individuals, groups and agencies involved with crime prevention and safe communities.
Target Statement
The Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch will work towards its mission in collaboration with:
1. Oromocto West residents interested in starting a Neighbourhood Watch program,
2. Oromocto West residents involved with a Neighbourhood Watch program,
3. Media responsible for relating information about issues and developments in crime and crime prevention,
4. Individuals, groups and agencies that provide crime prevention related programs and services to the community,
5. Other corporations and businesses wishing to become involved with crime prevention,
6. Governments responsible for the establishment of public policies in regards to crime and crime prevention.
How Our Program Works
The Oromocto West Neighbourhood Watch will work towards its mission in collaboration with:
1. Oromocto West residents interested in starting a Neighbourhood Watch program,
2. Oromocto West residents involved with a Neighbourhood Watch program,
3. Media responsible for relating information about issues and developments in crime and crime prevention,
4. Individuals, groups and agencies that provide crime prevention related programs and services to the community,
5. Other corporations and businesses wishing to become involved with crime prevention,
6. Governments responsible for the establishment of public policies in regards to crime and crime prevention.
How Our Program Works
A Watch consists of a group of homes. Each Watch is divided into zones consisting of 7 - 10 homes with an Area Coordinator for the entire Watch and contacts for each of its zones.
A neighbourhood communication network is established so information can be shared quickly and easily. If there is any activity in the area (break-ins, vehicle theft, vandalism, etc.), everyone will be alerted either by phone, knocking on doors or sending out flyers. Through these communications residents not only know what is going on in the neighbourhood but also what everyone should be watching for and reporting to the police. This helps prevent further crimes occurring.
A neighbourhood communication network is established so information can be shared quickly and easily. If there is any activity in the area (break-ins, vehicle theft, vandalism, etc.), everyone will be alerted either by phone, knocking on doors or sending out flyers. Through these communications residents not only know what is going on in the neighbourhood but also what everyone should be watching for and reporting to the police. This helps prevent further crimes occurring.