The crime prevention specialist will explain the role and responsibilities or these security coordinators. Names of businesses and telephone numbers of their representative or owners will be exchanged. And a Business Watch block location sheet will be given to each security coordinator. Additional topics are available such as personal safety, credit card fraud, proper ID's or shoplifting. It is their responsibility to organize the block by working with the crime prevention specialist.
Coordinators have no legal authority.
These coordinators are strictly limited in their participation by observing and reporting any criminal activity. Security Chief's must encourage participants to solicit cooperation from other businesses, recruit new members and ensure the continued success of the program. Since security awareness is not a normal state of mind in our society, it is recommended that periodic awareness programs be conducted. For more information on any of these programs, contact the Polk County Sheriff's Office, Community Services Section at 863 534-0980, during normal business hours.