Business Watch Program Update
Public Safety Division
Overview
Business Watch is a crime prevention program that enlists the active participation of businesses, employees, and citizens in cooperation with law enforcement and local government to reduce crime in our community.
The program provides business owners, property owners, and employees with crime prevention techniques and strategies to help curb crime in their area.
Goals
Educate businesses on crime prevention through environmental design (i.e. lighting, cameras, security, fences, signs) Ensure owners, managers, and employees have updated contact information to report crimes or suspicious behavior Encourage active reporting to LASD Dispatch
Create dialogue between businesses and the City
Educational Topics
Crime Prevention such as lighting, signs, cameras, and security Provide resources and helpful contacts related to Code Enforcement, graffiti, Public Works, etc.
Trespass information and private property towing
Updates on crime trends and homelessness
Suspicious activity
Keeping employees informed
Timeline
March 2024 – Public Safety shared helpful tips and contact information on social media.
April 30, 2024 – Public Safety and LASD are meeting with the Commerce Business Council to discuss ideas for a launch meeting and improve outreach to businesses.
June 2024 – Target for a launch Business Watch meeting (allows time for outreach and planning).
Ongoing – Improve database of business contacts, organize trainings, and schedule Business Watch meetings in different areas of the City.
Get Involved
Contact us to schedule a meeting or request information! Monday-Thursday (323) 887-4460
Email: [email protected]