As summer approaches it is important to be mindful of others in your community. Here are a few tips to ward off intruders and keep yourself safe.

To prevent vehicle theft it is recommended that follow these eight tips:
1. Always lock your vehicle and take the keys with you.
2. Always have windows closed
3. Always park your vehicle in the garage
4. Always park your vehicle in a well lighted area at night
5. Always use anti-theft devises like The Club or any steering wheel locking devises, kill switches and alarms
6. Never hide a spare ignition key on the vehicle
7. Never leave valuables in plain view inside your vehicle – including car stereos, purses, money, or remote controls for garages
8. Never put purses or anything of value in the trunk in public view. Do it before you leave home.

While On Vacation and Prolonged Absences:
1. Discontinue newspaper and other deliveries ahead of time. Do not leave notes.
2. Arrange for lawn care and have someone remove advertising circulars and other debris regularly
3. Notify the post office to forward your mail or have a trustworthy person pick it up daily.
4. Inform reliable neighbors of your absence so they can be extra alert for suspicious persons. Leave a key with them so they can periodically check your home to vary the positions of shades, blinds and lighting
5. Turn down the volume of your land line telephone bell. If you intend to be away for a longer period of time, you may contact the telephone company to put your phone on ‘‘vacation disconnect.

LIVING  WITH  CALIFORNIA  COYOTES

Coyotes are found throughout California, from desert and mountain habitats to urban areas.  Problems occur when people begin feeding coyotes, either deliberately or inadvertently.  Coyotes will quickly lose their natural fear of people and become bold, even aggressive.  We can reduce conflicts with coyotes by ensuring that they remain cautious of humans.  Practice these safety guidelines and encourage your neighbors to do the same.

• Protect Children:  Although rare, coyote attacks have seriously injured young children.  Never leave small children unattended in areas known to be frequented by coyotes, even in your yard.
• Protect Pets and Livestock:  Keep small pets, such as cats, rabbits and small dogs, indoors.  Don’t allow them to run free at any time.  They are easy favored prey.  Some coyotes seek cats in residential areas.  Large dogs should be brought inside after dark, and never be allowed to run loose.  Rabbit hutches should have a solid bottom.  A hutch standing above ground, with only a wire bottom, make your rabbit an easy mark.
• Use Negative Reinforcement:  If coyotes begin frequenting your neighborhood, let them know they’re not welcome.  Make loud noises, throw rocks, or spray them with a garden hose.
• Never Feed a Coyote:  Deliberately feeding coyotes puts you, your pets and your neighbors at risk.  You may be inadvertently feeding coyotes by leaving pet food or garbage where they can get to it.  Feed pets indoors or promptly remove outdoor dishes when pets finish their meals.  Store bags of pet food indoors.  Use trash cans with lids that clamp shut, which will prevent spilling if the cans are tipped over.
• Landscape for Safety:  Clear brush and dense weeds from around dwellings to reduce protective cover for coyotes and make the area less attractive to rodents.

The 2018 Association meeting schedule is as follows:

March 8, 2018 at 6PM – Annual Election and General Session

June 7, 2018 at 6PM

September 6, 2018 at 6PM

December 13, 2018 at 6PM

All meetings of the Board are held at:

Sunkist Branch Library
901 S. Sunkist
Anaheim, CA  92806
(714) 765-3576