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Crime and Trash

What crimes have been committed in our neighborhood? I haven't heard of any specific crimes, so I'm very interested in what you know about this subject.

Regarding trash, I too am very concerned about trash in our community. There are a lot of cigarette butts thrown on peoples' sidewalks and lawns by walkers, as well as by fishermen around the pond areas. I've also had to clean up fast food wrappers and cups around my pond area, and it's getting worse each year. It's bad enough to make me want to move.

By DeDe
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DeDe,

Thanks for posting your comment. I have already spoken to several residents about the problems occurring near the ponds. I will make sure that this subject it placed on the agenda for the next board meeting. Hopefully we can come up with a good plan of action that will satisfy everyone. In the mean time, If you have any suggestions as to what you would like to see the board do about these issues, please feel free to give one of us a call or post a response on this site.

In regards to crime...most people are unaware of the numbers of crimes that have been committed within Southern Springs. Most of the crimes that are committed in Southern Springs are classified as ''Property Crimes''. The most common of these crimes occurring in the neighborhood have been, Auto Theft, Vehicle Break-ins, Burglaries, Vandalism, and Larcenies from storage barns. I'm not just talking about a break-in here and there...the numbers are staggering. Most of the surrounding neighborhoods have formed a neighborhood crime watch to deal with this type of trend. These programs are very successful in helping the police apprehend the criminals committing these crimes. I could go on all day about this topic but if you would like specific information, you can feel free to give me a call at 889-7466. I would be happy to discuss this subject in depth and answer any other questions that you may have. Thanks for getting involved with the discussion and I hope you can make time to attend our crime watch meeting on March 6th.

Ron Santa
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First, I would like to say congrats to you Ron. I am an original homeowner, almsot 10 years in the neighborhood. I think it is safe to say we are seeing some changes in the neighborhood.
To begin with, one of my concerns is traffic and cars parked in the street. I've heard that not much can be done about cars parked in the street since it is a city street. My concern is that cars are parked on both sides of the street making it very difficult to squeeze through, especially when people are walking, riding bikes, or a car is approaching from the opposite direction. PLUS, in my OPINION, it gives the 'hood a trashy or negative look. In addition, I often see cars parked on the side near curves, which makes it extra difficult to manover around. Are there any ideas that could help ease this? Are other homeowners concerned about this? If so, could the board make recommendations to the homeowners? I'm sure there are those that will totally disregard and do as they please. However, if there are enough of us that feel as strongly, maybe we can influence our neighbors? Just a thought...
As far as the traffic is concerned, I live on a corner and see lots of speeders that go around the corner. With so many kids playing outside, this is dangerous! I think the next question is, how does one enforce slower speeds? What about speed bumps? Could that be researched/checked into?
Another concern I have is with noise, specifically from motorcycles. They speed around my corner quite often when the weather is nice. Can any kind of noise restriction be put in place? Can't hurt to ask, right?
Another concern, dog droppings. Yes, it is a concern. Being on a corner lot, my yard often gets ''dumped'' on. I think many homeowners are curtious and do carry a bag to clean up after their dog. However, there are those that don't show respect and allow their beast to dump on other neighbor's yards.
Could some recommendation be given to homeowners? How about a designated dog dumping area? Well, that may not be a good name, but like a play and release area for dogs. Owners would still need to clean up after their best friend.
Another concern, the young teens that cross through neighbors yards.
Because we have so many kids in the neighborhood now, can we collect/work together to get a small park or play area in one of the common areas?

Oh, I've seen a couple homes with siding off the side of their house. They have had this problem well over a month. Is there any way to enforce fixing up homes when problems like this occur? Can deadlines be set to ensure the owner fixes the problem in a timely manner? One would think that insurance should cover the problem. So why is the problem not fixed? Siding off homes (for lengthy periods of time) does not give a positive appearance to the neighborhood, in my opinion.
Another item, street lights in owner's yards that stay out for lengthy periods of time. Perhaps owners don't know that they should replace their light bulb when it burns out? Maybe a reminder could go out to remind owners to replace lightbulbs in their front yard posts?

I think that is all I have for now. Keep up the good work!
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Mary,

So sorry it's taken this long to respond to you. It has been a very busy couple of weeks. It would probably take me a couple of hours to respond to each of your questions by typing a response. To make it easier, why don't you give me a call when you have some free time and I would be happy to dicuss each one of these issues with you at length. My home number is 889-7466. Talk to you soon and thanks for getting involved with your community.

R. Santa
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