A log or report sheet should be maintained documenting any activity, which should be submitted to the police on a regular basis. A copy should be retained at the home base of the watch for reference. Mobile Patrols Mobile Patrols as opposed to foot patrols can cover a larger area but tend not to provide as intense surveillance on any given block. The car, designated with the name and insignia of the patrol, should travel a planned route. Two people should be in the car.
Some patrols have a flashing light on the roof so that it can be identified at night.
Check with your local police department for details. The automobile should be equipped with a radio or phone so that the volunteers can communicate with the police and home base. A log or report sheet should be kept to report any incidents to the police. Remember that insurance must be purchased which is costly and money must be saved for potential automobile repairs and gasoline. As mobile patrols mature, a watch group may decide to shift to a paid patrol.