Letter from the President
Recently, we had a carjacking in the neighborhood during the early morning hours. This incident is a painful reminder that, while living in the urban setting brings many wonderful benefits, we also must occasionally deal with a few bad apples. No neighborhood in America is immune to criminal activity. Fortunately, the great majority of crimes, particularly property crimes, can be prevented. Keep in mind that most property crimes are crimes of opportunity. If you leave a laptop or iPod on your front car seat, then you run a risk of having it taken. Don’t create the opportunity for this crime by leaving your valuables in plain sight in your vehicle. Prevent the crime by eliminating the opportunity altogether. Similarly, don’t alert every person who walks by your trash can that you just got a new 60 inch plasma TV and surround sound system—cut the boxes up, put them at the bottom of the can, or throw them away in a dumpster. Commonsense is the first line of defense against becoming a victim.
The second line of defense is many, many pairs of watchful eyes all across the neighborhood. You, the residents of Peak’s Addition, know what goes on in the neighborhood better than anyone. Take note of suspicious activities and don’t hesitate to phone them in to 911. Law enforcement can’t be all places at all times,
but we, the residents of Peak’s Addition, can be. Finally, be extra vigilant as the weather warms up. Summertime has traditionally brought with it an increase in the activities of ne’er-dowells. Fortunately, the longer days also give us an opportunity to spend more time outside working the yard, chatting with neighbors, and just
enjoying a cold drink on the porch. Keep an eye out for your neighbors and we’ll keep Peak’s Addition a safe place.
-- Walker M. Duke