Some of those on the "more government" side of the current incorporation issue have indicated they are not currently getting timely responses when calling either public safety or the sheriff's department. These are easy charges to put forth and very difficult to dispel. If there is truth in the statements I have no doubt both entities want to act on the problem.
What is needed is documentation. If those complaining would make note of the date and time the call was made and when the response arrived or if there was no response the problem could be addressed. The sheriff's department as well as our public safety want to act on complaints regarding service deficiencies if is truly and issue and this is the proper procedure for action rather than generalizations. Facts are needed for action. When one has documented facts call public safety or the sheriff and it will be investigated.
When I was in business if a customer said "every time I go in there I can't get waited on" I took it with a grain of salt. If was told "I was in there Tuesday about 9:30 and the cashiers were too busy talking to some guy to check me out" I would absolutely have acted. I would have had the facts necessary to remedy the situation.
Another way to help our enforcement agencies is to report any suspicious activity. Reporting what seems to be odd behavior, for instance an area where you see groups hanging out making gang signs or groups or individuals being in inappropriate areas such as between homes or near abandoned houses can be a big help. Obviously there can not be harassment in these cases but patrols can be increased to better cover problem sites. Neighborhood watch is also very important in maintaining our safety and fending off potential problems
Working together is the key to this issue as most others. We all want a safe and secure community.
Ken Dillenburg