Sunday, October 22, 2006
Crime Rates and Gates....
Many of us were surprised to see the jump in crime rates in our area....
Possibilities include a slower local economy, fallout from hurricane Katrina, and reported gang activity.
And there are more properties today than 3 years ago and more people are spending time here a greater part of the year.
The big increase in aggravated assault and burglary followed by motor vehicle theft is worrisome.
Common sense tells us that crime makes a gated neighborhood like the Retreat look like a safer choice. The patrols by security make it an even better choice.
Exclusivity becomes icing on the cake.
Possibilities include a slower local economy, fallout from hurricane Katrina, and reported gang activity.
And there are more properties today than 3 years ago and more people are spending time here a greater part of the year.
The big increase in aggravated assault and burglary followed by motor vehicle theft is worrisome.
Common sense tells us that crime makes a gated neighborhood like the Retreat look like a safer choice. The patrols by security make it an even better choice.
Exclusivity becomes icing on the cake.
