Enos Park Neighborhood
Improvement Association
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
Improving the safety and security of the residents and properties in Enos Park is a primary mission of the Enos Park Neighborhood Association. By coordinating three different types of neighborhood watches the Association has been able to increase the number of eyes and ears working together to help their neighbors and the Neighborhood Police Officers to help prevent crime in our area.
- Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the Springfield Police Department at 217-788-8311.
- In case of emergency or eminent danger call 911
Street and alley patrols check the neighborhood every three months to identify property with garbage on the ground, trash in yards or against garages and along alleyways, high grass and weeds, broken windows and doors, damaged roofs and gutters, and general unkempt or distracting image. To participate contact Owen Anderson at 217-528-9107.
Group walks and cookout patrols are held every 2 months throughout the spring and summer to show neighborhood solidarity and support for our police force. Flyers are passed out to all residents with information regarding emergency procedures and contact numbers. A cookout for all Springfield police officers and residents who participate in the program follows the walk. To participate contact Steve Combs at 217-494-6668.
Car patrols are scheduled by 2 to 4 individuals at their own convenience for 1 to 2 hour tours. Magnet signs are attached to the car doors to identify the occupants as members of the Enos Park Neighborhood Improvement Association. The patrols have direct contact with the current on duty police officers to be able to report immediately any observed problems or suspicious activity. To participate contact Janice Dawson at 217-891-4448.
In 2007, the Springfield Park District Police implemented the SeeMore the eagle park policing program. I'm sure we'll see a great success in reducing park related crime in the area using this program!