Visual Deterrent
Our patrol district is defined by signs at strategic entry points into our neighborhood, as well as residential signage and of course the well marked patrol car and uniformed patrol person providing an immediate visual deterrent.
24/7 Response from Trained Professionals
Uniformed, unarmed security personnel who are trained and experienced in the security industry.
Neighborhood Eyes & Ears
Whether you are busy at home or out of the area, our patrol is keeping a sharp watch on the area. The patrol cars drive past your home 5x/day, to provide maximum deterrent and to be on hand is needed.
Member Benefits
- Private security patrols 5x/day past your home during high crime hours.
- Fast response to suspicious incidents by calling Central Dispatch 1-877-272-8765 to respond to members in need.
- Alarm Response by patrol personnel - Members may add IGI to their alarm contact by selecting that option on the Homeowner Information Form.
- Vacation watch - Extra surveillance during your planned extended times away. Members may sign up for this service using this form: Vacation Watch Request.
- Quarterly report from the volunteer Board about the patrol service and crime in the area.
- Annual membership meeting - Includes an association financial report of the past year, proposed budget and patrol updates. The patrol service leadership and Oakland Police Department have been past guest speakers.
- The Board liaises with six neighboring security associations (Oakland hills and adjacent areas), covering membership drives, fee structures, communications with members and OPD, and patrol service options.
Coverage Area
Montclair Security Association currently covers a portion of the Montclair village residential area. The patrol weaves through the designated area in varying routes during on-hour days. Members are able to contact the patrol car via mobile phone for assistance or in case of emergency.
If you'd like to join your neighbors in improving local safety, but live outside of the current coverage zone, contact the Association.
Dedicated Professional Security
- Contract with a private security company, currently Intervention Group, Inc. (IGI).
- Paid for by members who pay an annual fee
- One-year membership commitment facilitates contract discussion with patrol company
- Annual contract and service delivery negotiated and monitored by the volunteer Board of Directors
- Patrol hours (quantity and schedule) determined by the Board in consultation with IGI and based on funds available.
Reacting to Current Events
The volunteer Board of Directors monitors crime statistics in the neighborhood and surrounding areas. They work both with OPD and the security company to adapt and improve the effectiveness of the patrol on a monthly basis.
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For about $1 a day you can increase the security of your home and neighborhood.