January's Tamarack Neighborhood Watch luncheon recap
Thanks to all who attended the first neighborhood luncheon of 2020!
Our guest speaker, Janina Robertson, from Damsel in Defense gave us a lot of great information on keeping ourselves and our families safe. #DamselinDefense #GunsthatStun
Janina let us know violence is on the upswing. We need to lose the mindset that ‘it won’t happen to me or my town is safe’. She reminded us we shouldn't become complacent or forget to be safety conscious. Some things to remember are:
1. Put your phone away
2. Secure your purse / backpack
3. Have your keys in your hand
4. Have your personal protection product in your hand. The bad guys are looking for easy targets, if you are distracted, they can grab you or your belongings easily.
Janina showed how a Stun Gun worked and how it is a great deterrent in many situations. She also has many other items to keep you safe.
Another topic Janina talked about was safeguarding your home. How much distance is between your protection and an intruder in your home? You should have some products throughout your home. Also, never open your door unless you are certain who’s on the other side, or you can verify they have a legitimate reason to be there.
Janina is available if you would like to call or set up a time to
meet. You can also get free products by having some friends over and she will do a short demonstration. Her website has lots of information and you can also see all the products available. She will pay for shipping and give you free delivery here in Lake Havasu, but you need to contact her directly. www.GunsThatStun.com 909-374-3894
Kathy Stewart updated everyone on the recent Sentinel Drive break in. The suspect is in custody and was a relative of the homeowner. The LHCPD was able to get DNA and fingerprints which were a great help in apprehending the intruder.
Vice Mayor David Lane updated us on the Kiowa project. With the cold weather we've been having recently, the crews are unable to properly prepare/repair/replace the pavement. ADOT will return soon to finish the intersection of US-95 and Kiowa's repaving, they've been reassigned temporarily. The traffic signal is still in process, an ADOT truck has been parked near the northern entrance/exit where the
light will eventually be placed counting cars to assess the need for a signal light. David let us all know the city has the funds for the signal if ADOT does not come through with funding.
Next month's meeting will be the presented by the Lake Havasu Police Department's liaison, Kathy Stewart. Havasu Night Out has been confirmed for Thursday Feb 27 Aquatic Center 5:00 to 8:00 pm. It is important to RSVP for this event, Invitations will be sent out soon. If Kathy does not have an email address for you, the information will be mailed.
We missed those of you who couldn't attend on Wednesday and hope to see you at the next neighborhood gathering.
We're looking for people who'd like to work with us on a committee to help with brainstorming, planning, organizing, working on projects from our neighborhood group to give back to our great city. Please let us know if you're interested in helping and we'll begin to put that committee together.
We are grateful to have you in our neighborhood,
Dona and Gary
Phone: (503)449-5132
Email: tamarackneighborhoodwatch@gmail.com
Website: tamarackneighborhoodwatch.site123.me
