BUSINESS WATCH SAFETY SURVEY 

La Mirada’s low crime rate and reputation as one of the safest cities in the region is attributable to the active involvement of the community in public safety and crime prevention programs.  This team approach or partnership between the City and its residents and business owners has resulted in a decrease in crime and nuisance activity and an enhanced perception of community safety.  However, your assistance is needed to further efforts to ensure La Mirada remains a safe and desirable place to live, work, and play. 

Please identify problems in your business area that require attention.  This information will assist the City’s Public Safety Team in identifying and resolving problems in your area. 

Your responses may be returned to the La Mirada Community Sheriff’s Station, 13716 La Mirada Boulevard La Mirada, California 90638. 

Please answer the following questions:

Business Name: ______________________________________________

Contact Name: _______________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________

Telephone/Fax/Email: _________________________________________

1.        What types of concerns do you have in your business area? Check all that apply.

_____ Transients                          _____ Narcotics

_____ Public Drinking                   _____ Loitering

_____ Illegal Vendors                   _____ Noise

_____ Business or Auto Theft      _____ Traffic

_____ Gang Activity                     _____ Other ________________

Describe _________________________________________________

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2.    Identify the locations of any crime or nuisance activity in your area.  Where possible, include the specific address and description of the problem.
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3.    Would you or your employees be interested in participating in crime prevention programs and safety training sponsored by the City’s Public Safety Team?  If so, what types of training would be most beneficial?

_____Personal Safety                        _____ Earthquake Preparedness

_____ Fire Safety             >>>>>>>>>_____ Other ________________

_____ Identifying and Reporting Crime 

We appreciate your time in completing this survey.  The information will assist us in working with you to resolve problems in the industrial and commercial areas. 

If you observe a crime in progress, dial 911.  Ongoing crime, nuisances, and property maintenance issues should be reported to the City’s Public Safety Team at (562) 902-2960.