Oak Park Community Council

Benefits of Neighborhood Watch

-Deters criminal activity.

-Creates a greater sense of secutity and reduces fear of crime.

-Builds bonds with neighbors.

-Reduces the risk of becoming a crime victim and in turn reduces the physical, financial and psychological costs of crime.

-Instructs residents on how to observe and report suspicious activites in your community.

-Offers continued education and resource contact for victims of crime

-Addresses quality of life issues and mutual interests in your community

-Works collaboratively with other civic and community activities.