People in Mission fed up with crime in their housing complex are invited to take part in an event this month in which people work together with police.
The Crime Free Multi-Housing Program (CFMH) is a solution-oriented crime prevention initiative designed specifically to help apartment owners, managers, residents, police and other agencies work together to keep illegal and nuisance activity off rental property.
There is a phase one training workshop that is eight-hours long set for Nov. 22 at the Mission Fire Hall (33330-7th Ave.). The cost is $75 and you have to pre-register here.
Resident managers and/or owners attend a one-day seminar presented by police in partnership with the BC Crime Prevention Association.
Topics include:
crime prevention concepts
preparing and maintaining the property
applicant screening
working together with police
Residential Tenancy Act
combating illegal activities
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In phase two, the rental properties must meet minimum security standards. A representative from the RCMP will conduct a security evaluation of the property and make recommendations. The following minimum standards must be met before advancing:
A quality deadbolt must be installed in all suite doors. The bolt must be a minimum of 1- inch in length and the hole in the frame must be the same size as the bolt.
Strike Plates on wood-framed doors must be secured with a 3-inch screw into the stud.
All suite doors must have eye viewers (preferably 180-190 degrees, 65 inches from the floor).
Sliding doors and windows require secondary locks, in addition to functioning primary locks, in all ground level and easily accessible suites.
The trees and shrubs must be pruned to allow a clear view of the property. Trees should be trimmed to 6-feet off the ground and shrubs should be no higher than 3-feet.
Adequate lighting in and around the building. Lighting is an effective crime prevention tool when used properly.
Graffiti must be removed.
The property must be clean and properly maintained.
Must have safe record keeping practices and post emergency contact information at the front entrance.
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