What we want is for the Neighborhood Watch group to be our eyes and ears in that particular neighborhood. We want them to look for abnormal things and hear abnormal sounds and to call us immediately if there's something that doesn't seem right. In addition to the Neighborhood Watch organizations, Klinger is currently working with five Apartment Watch groups in some of the city's largest apartment complexes. The Apartment Watch program works directly with the apartment managers. Police review with the managers what units they have been called to during the past month and for what reason.
Police also assist apartment managers by running background checks on prospective renters.
It breaks down unnecessary isolation where there has been a hesitancy to 'bother' one's neighbors for something. Through this program you can get to know your neighbors, and, who knows, maybe make a few friends, too. This material is copyrighted by The Daily Record, Wooster, Ohio, and may not be republished without permission.