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Oakridge Resident:

As you may know, car rummaging, thefts, and even car-jacking continue to happen – not only in Oakridge, but also in the neighboring communities. Oakridge Management continues to work with the City of Hollywood Police Department to help educate residents.  A Hollywood Police Watch Order is still in effect – meaning that the Police Department is providing extra patrols and license plate readers have been placed along SW 35 Avenue.  The City of Hollywood Police Department will also hold a Community Meeting for the residents of Oakridge, Hollywood Oaks and Mapleridge.

**The City of Hollywood Police Department Community Meeting**
for residents of Oakridge, Hollywood Oaks and Mapleridge
on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 6p.m.

 Young Israel of Hollywood-Ft. Lauderdale
3291 Stirling Road Hollywood, FL 33312

2^nd Floor Rooms 1 & 2

Meet Hollywood Police Department members, schedule security surveys with the Crime Prevention Task Force and much more

All residents are encouraged to attend

Help Us. Help You. 

(Hollywood Police Department Community Meeting Notice and important safety tips can also be found on our website: www.oakridgefl.com).

Remember: criminals are constantly thinking of new ways to target victims and you must outsmart a thief. Personal security and safety over your property is your responsibility.  Everyone must be vigilant.  Below you will find that Local Law Enforcement has provided effective safety tips to help protect yourself against car rummages, and even car theft.  We need your help to keep our community safe. If you see any suspicious behavior in your neighborhood, please call 911 immediately.

Residents, be aware of your surroundings out in public during any type of interaction with someone you don’t know. Recently, there was a vehicle stolen from a female who was alone in her car at Stirling Road and SW 35^th Avenue. This incident occurred when a criminal purposely bumped into her car from behind while stopped at the traffic light. When the victim got out of her car to check for damage, the rear vehicle passenger jumped into her car and both vehicles fled the scene. To ensure this incident doesn’t become a regular occurrence please read the below suggestions.

How to avoid being “Bumped and Robbed”:

• Drivers must pay attention to their surroundings. Robbers sometimes target people leaving banks, casinos or shopping malls.
• A stranded motorist is a prime target for a criminal. Stay IN your car as you call for help on your cell phone.
• Law enforcement recommends that if you do get bumped on the road, to signal the other driver to follow you to a public place and write down the license plate if possible on the way there.
• Late night or early morning drivers should not to get out of their vehicles if bumped from behind.
• If someone bumps your car, it’s probably best to stay in your car and call the police instead of attempting to handle it yourself.

Keep in mind at all times:

• Predators know that they can get your keys, car, and/or cash whenever you’re in or near your car. While going to or from your car, make it a habit to hold pepper spray at the ready, have a personal security alarm (noisemaker or screamer) or keep your thumb on your car key’s Emergency Button to blow the car’s horn.
• Criminals will use distraction techniques to relieve you of your valuables.
• If you are bumped by another car, make sure there are other cars around, and then check out the car that’s rear-ended you and who’s in it. Stay in your car, crack the window slightly and insist on moving to a police station or busy, well-lighted area to exchange information.

Vehicle Theft Prevention Tips: The “Layered Approach” to Protection

Professional thieves can steal any car, but make them work for yours. To prevent theft, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) recommends “Layered Protection.” The more layers of protection on your vehicle, the more difficult it is to steal.

The number of layers your vehicle needs varies depending on your vehicle and geographic location. Your budget and personal preferences should determine which anti-theft device is best for you.

Layer #1 — Common Sense

An unlocked vehicle with a key in the ignition is an open invitation to any thief, regardless of which anti-theft device you use. The common sense approach to protection is the simplest and most cost-effective way to thwart would-be thieves.

You should always secure your vehicle, even if parking for brief periods by:

• Removing your keys from the ignition
• Locking your doors
• Closing all your windows
• Parking in a well-lit area

Layer #2 — Warning Device

The second layer of protection is a visible or audible device that alerts thieves that your vehicle is protected. Popular second layer devices include:

• Audible alarms
• Steering wheel locks
• Steering column collars
• Brake locks
• Wheel locks
• Theft deterrent decals
• Identification markers in or on vehicle
• Window etching
• Laminated glass

Layer #3 — Immobilizing Device

The third layer of protection is a device that prevents thieves from bypassing your ignition and hot-wiring the vehicle.

Some electronic devices have computer chips in ignition keys. Other devices inhibit the flow of electricity or fuel to the engine until a hidden switch or button is activated.

Popular third layer devices include:

• Smart keys
• High security locks & keys
• Fuse cut-offs
• Kill switches
• Starter, ignition and fuel disablement

Layer #4 — Tracking Device

The final layer of protection is a tracking device that emits a signal to a police or monitoring station when the vehicle is reported stolen. Tracking devices are very effective in helping authorities recover stolen vehicles.

Passive and Active Anti-Theft Systems

Passive and active anti-theft devices are the two options available when considering an anti-theft system. Passive devices automatically arm themselves when the vehicle is turned off, the ignition key removed, or a door is shut. No additional action is required. Active devices require some independent physical action before they are set, such as pushing a button, or placing a “lock” over a vehicle component part. This physical action must be repeated every time the anti-theft device is set or it will not function.

(Source: National Insurance Crime Bureau)

Carol Solowsky
Police Officer
City of Hollywood
Police Department
3250 Hollywood Blvd
P.O. Box 229045
Hollywood, FL 33022
Office: 954-967-4456
E-mail: CSOLOWSKY@hollywoodfl.org

Notice: Florida has a broad public records law. All correspondence sent to the City of Hollywood via e-mail may be subject to disclosure as a matter of public record.

Oakridge Property Owners Association, Inc.
Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, August 27, 2018
Young Israel of Hollywood-Ft. Lauderdale
3291 Stirling Road Hollywood, FL 33312 at 6:30 p.m.

Agenda

I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call of Directors
III. Approval of Minutes of Previous Board Meeting
IV. Treasurer’s Report for July 2018
V. Violation Committee Report
VI. Old Business:

A. Cul-de-sac Drainage Update
B. Oakridge Community Development District
C. Manager’s Report

VII. New Business:

A. Cutters Edge Summer 2018 Flower Change Out Proposal
B. Tennis Court & Guardhouse Awning Replacement Proposals
C. Perimeter Wall Pressure Washing & Painting Proposals
D. Basketball Court Resurfacing & Basketball Hoop Proposals
E. Tennis Court Resurfacing & Bench proposals
F. Imposition of Fines – Lot 197
G. Corrective Work – Lot 168, Lot 196, Lot 198, Lot 255, Lot 258, Lot 282

VIII. Adjournment
IX. Open Forum (3 minutes per Member of the Association)

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Dear Oakridge Resident:

Oakridge, and the surrounding communities, have experienced an increase in car rummages and even car thefts.  Management has been working with the City of Hollywood Police Department. A Hollywood Police Watch Order has been in effect – meaning that the Police Department is providing extra patrols.

However, the Police Department has confirmed that the common denominator for all the incidents is that the cars are left unlocked overnight, and in some cases the keys to the vehicle and the clicker that grants access to the community are left inside the vehicles.

Personal security and safety over your property is your responsibility.  Everyone must be vigilant. Here are some basic, yet very effective safety tips, recommended by Police Department:

• Lock the doors to your vehicles
• Secure your homes
• Close your garage doors
• Remove all valuable/luring items (like electronics, cash, prescriptions, passports, wallets, etc.) from plain sight in the vehicles
• Maintaining a well-lit property, motion detection lighting, and security cameras
• Arm your alarm system – even if you will only be away from home for a short period of time

We need your help to keep our community safe. If you see any suspicious behavior in your neighborhood, please call 911 immediately.

Police Lieutenant Luis Ortiz of the City of Hollywood Police Department has provide this memo for distribution to the residents of Oakridge POA.

LIKE IT – LOCK IT – KEEP IT

During the past week, we have had an increase in vehicle break-ins due to unlocked vehicles. Vehicle Burglaries affect all of us. This is a crime of opportunity made easy by leaving valuables in plain sight.  The Hollywood Police Department encourages everyone to hide and secure their valuables.  It’s easy to prevent being a victim of car related thefts: Most burglars will not break into a car if they can’t see what they’re getting or if the vehicle is locked – Don’t leave valuables in plain sight!

Lock It:  Lock your vehicle every time you leave it unattended and take your valuables with you. (Most important)

Hide It:  Hide your valuables in your trunk, under the seats, in the glove box, or other compartments within the vehicle.  Ideally, take your property with you.

Keep it:  Personal responsibility is the best prevention to safeguard personal property and to prevent becoming a victim.

Do not leave valuables inside your vehicle. When you park your car, remove cell phones, cameras, laptop computers, briefcases, backpacks, wallets and purses. Do not leave gift wrapped packages or other valuable items lying on the seat. Lock all your valuables in the trunk or glove compartment before you reach your destination or take them inside with you.

Lock your vehicle.  Always close your windows and lock your vehicle.  Always assume a thief is watching you and outsmart them.

Dear Oakridge:

FPL has a Facility Reliability Upgrade Project that will cause SW 35th Avenue (Oakridge Ave) between SW 35th Way and Hollywood Oaks Drive to be closed beginning March 5, 2018 through March 9, 2018 during the times of 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM.  All residents and guests of Oakridge POA must use Griffin Road as the entrance/exit of the community to avoid intermittent road closures. This City of Hollywood and FPL project will include the installation of two (2) new concrete utility poles.

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We appreciate your cooperation during the project.

Best Regards,

Heather Blank, LCAM
Community Association Manager
Oakridge POA
oakridgecam@bellsouth.net
954-987-6480

Dear Oakridge Resident:
Drainage Improvement Project / Cul-de-sac Areas  

Beginning on Monday, January 15, 2018 Jacobs Construction, along with Holland Engineering, will mobilize for Oakridge’s upcoming drainage improvement project that will take place in our five (5) cul-de-sacs located on the south side of the community.  All improvements will be made at the end of each cul-de-sac located at:  SW 34 Avenue, SW 33 Way, SW 33 Terrace, SW 33 Avenue and SW 32 Way.

Construction will consist of the demolition of existing asphalt walkways, trees and asphalt in five (5) cul-de-sacs. The installation of new asphalt walkways, drainage swales, installation of new asphalt and re-grading of the cul-de-sacs and surrounding areas to help eliminate the ongoing drainage problems.

Road closures are not expected during this project, but we kindly ask that you refrain from parking any vehicles in or near the dead end areas.  If a vehicle must be towed off property, it will be done so at the owner’s expense.  The project is expected to be completed within sixty (60) working days – weather permitting.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience during this project.

Best Regards,
Heather Blank, LCAM
Community Association Manager
Oakridge POA

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