Find a place within the home to store valuables, specifically jewelry, out of view. Report your home as vacant to the Police before leaving for vacation. Residents are requested to report any and all suspicious persons, vehicles, noises or anything else they may believe to be unusual in there neighborhoods regardless of the time of day. Solicitors within the Township must display a Town issued permit in clear view. Thorough background checks are conducted prior to the issuance of a solicitor's permit.
Telephone solicitation is a growing problem.
Local Police Departments do not solicit by phone . This Department is a member of New Jersey P.B.A. Local 206. There is an annual mailed fundraising letter. Legal Disclaimer 2000, Township of Washington Police Department. All rights reserved.