The Safety Links page features phone numbers and links to safety related websites.

To contact the Chairman of Sawmill Lakes Safety & Security Committee please contact Tom Harding at 904.813.8513 or by email at smlsafety_security@comcast.net

Anyone interested in actively participating in the Safety and Security Committee/Neighborhood Watch please contact Angela.

It's Halloween season again. Time for little ghost and goblins to find treats. Here are a few safety tips to help make sure we all have a safe and fun time:

• Cross streets only at corners.
• Never cross between parked cars.
• Carry a flashlight or glow stick.
• Walk facing on-coming traffic if there is no sidewalk.
• Be aware of motor vehicles that may be turning into or backing out of driveways.
• Never go into a stranger?s house.
• Costumes should be flame resistant.
• Try to stay away from costumes that are long and drag on the ground.
• Make-up is safer than a mask, which can obscure vision.
• Costumes should be light, bright and clearly visible to motorists.
• Parents should know the route their children are taking and accompany any small children.
• Set limits on when children should return back home.
• All treats should be thoroughly checked by parents before given to children.

• Don't display holiday gifts where they can be seen from a window or doorway.
• If you go out for the evening, turn on lights and a radio or television. This will make the home appear occupied.
• *If you take a holiday trip away from home, have some interior lights activated by an automatic timer. Stop delivery of your mail and newspaper or have a neighbor pick them up. You can also have a neighbor park their vehicle from time to time in your driveway.
• Be wary of strangers soliciting for charitable donations. They may attempt to take advantage of peoples generosity during the holidays.
• Immediately after the holidays mark new gifts with identification number and record new serial numbers.
• Test your smoke detectors.
• Use only fire resistant ornaments, make sure electric lights are in good working order. Don't leave lights on overnight or when you are away from home.
• Avoid leaving boxes from purchases (especially TV's computers, etc) out on the curb for trash pickup.

• Shop before dark if possible. Possibly coordinate shopping trips with a friend or family member. Never park in an unlit lot or area, no matter how convenient it is.
• Lock your packages and gifts in your vehicle's trunk. Keep your vehicle's doors locked and windows closed.
• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Pay for purchases with a check, credit card, or debit card when possible.
• To discourage purse-snatchers, don't overburden yourself with packages, and keep your purse close to your body, and keep your wallet in an inside pocket, not a back trouser pocket.
• Teach children to go to a store clerk or security guard and ask for help if you become separated, they should never leave the store or go to a parking lot alone.

• Have non-alcoholic beverages available for party guests.
• Have alternative transportation for intoxicated persons. Don't let guests drink and drive.

Please be familiar with the rules and regulations of Sawmill Lakes. These policies or rules are intended to make living in this community safe and enjoyable, and to keep property values high. As summer approaches, please be reminded:

Speed limits and stop signs should be obeyed.
Garage doors should be closed except when in actual use.
A responsible adult must accompany any child under 12 using the pool.
Trash or yard debris should be placed at the street the evening prior to pick-up.

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