Granada Neighborhood Association

March

Mar 10, 2008

Neighborhood Notes

The monthly newsletter for events and issues facing the Granada neighborhood area. Topics in this issue.


  • Sign Ordinance

  • Vacation Checklist






Sign Ordinance


You've seen the signs. Signs mounted on a utility pole announcing weight loss services or legal aid ... signs on sidewalks advertising easy credit card memberships ... signs on the shoulder of the road or bike paths announcing a new business around the corner ... signs advertising a garage sale ... signs giving directions to an apartment complex or new housing development.

All these signs are illegal. The city's ordinance governing signs in right-of-way areas includes severe penalties for anyone violating the ordinance. For more information about illegal signs or to report a violation..
Phone
602.534.7100
e-mail
illegal.signs.rightofway.nsd@phoenix.gov.


Vacation Check List



An empty house is a tempting target for a burglar. Use this checklist of tips to help
safeguard your home while you're away.


  • Have good locks on all doors and windows and USE THEM!

  • Ask a neighbor to watch the house while you're away. It's a good idea to leave
    your vacation address and telephone number with a neighbor so you can be reached in case of an emergency.

  • Never leave your house key hidden outside your home.

  • Stop all deliveries, or arrange for a neighbor to pick up your mail, newspapers and
    packages.

  • Arrange for someone to mow your lawn, rake leaves and maintain the yard to give the home a lived-in look.

  • Plug in timers to turn lights, a radio or television on and off at appropriate times.
    This helps to disguise the fact that you are away.

  • Turn the bell or ringer on your telephone down low. If a burglar is around, he won't be alerted to your absence by a ringing phone.

  • Don't announce your absence on answering machine messages.

  • Leave your blinds, shades and curtains in a normal position. Don't close them unless that is what you do when you are home.

  • Close and lock garage doors and windows. Ask a neighbor to occasionally park in your driveway. If you leave your car at home, park it as you normally would.

  • Vehicles parked outside should be moved occasionally to appear that they are being used.

  • Secure storage sheds, attic entrances and gates.

  • Tell your local police you plan to be away. Patrol officers may have the opportunity to periodically check your home.

  • Engrave your valuables as recommended in Operation I.D. This simple step will allow your stolen property to be identified and returned to you if recovered by the police.

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