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Eastvale: LEAFF Update-June

By L.E.A.F.F. (Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters)

leaff-logoEastvale – LEAFF has always been supportive of our military, and as such we are thrilled that the Eastvale Community Services Foundation will be taking over the Military Banner Program. At the June 11 City Council meeting, Sharyn Link, Executive Director of the foundation, spoke to the Council about their desire to manage the program. They had originally wanted to run the program, but did not have the staff or the funds to do so when it first began. Link and the foundation are excited to work with the community on ensuring that the Military Banner Program stays a success. One of the first ways they plan on doing this is by purchasing better brackets for the banners and getting all the banners up where they belong. The City Council apparently agreed as the item was unanimously voted in by the entire council. We look forward to helping the Eastvale Community Foundation with their endeavors in the future.

LEAFF, a huge proponent of public safety, also wanted to take the time to express gratitude to Lt. Mike Yates, who will be transferring out of the Eastvale Police Department and on to another assignment. Lt. Yates has always been an invaluable asset to this community and to our organization. He has an excellent record in conducting various traffic and safety saturations; has been committed to eradicating “pot houses” from Eastvale; and was tireless in his dedication to making an arrest in the Troy Davids hit and run case. According to LEAFF President, Rigo Arrellano, “Lt. Yates is always willing to listen to our concerns and his dedication to Public Safety is obvious in the many different ways he has found to promote public safety in our community.” We wish Lt. Yates the best of luck in his new endeavor.

 

Eastvale: Situation Awareness

 By L.E.A.F.F. (Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters)

 

LEAFF Law Enforcement and Fire Protection

L.E.A.F.F. Eastvale

One of the most important factors of being safe is being aware of your situation. This can be applied to the home, workplace and outside, whether one is at work or play.  Be aware of what is going around you.

 

HOME:  With spring arriving and the time change, it is essential to remember to do things like renew the batteries in your smoke detectors, replenish the supplies in your first aid kit and review a safety plan with your family. Do your children know where to go in case of a major emergency? Make sure as a family you discuss a meeting place in the event of a disaster and have a plan in place.  It is also essential to make sure that your family is prepared and has enough food and water for three days to one week, at a minimum.

 

OUTSIDE:  Be aware of your surroundings when you are outside.  If you see drifters or people that look like they shouldn’t be there (such as a random person sitting in their car for a long period of time), call it in.  It is better to be safe than sorry.  Pay attention to your neighbors and your neighborhood by being vigilant and looking out for one another.  Joining a Neighborhood Watch is a great way to learn more about your surroundings as well as learn even more ways to keep you and your family safe.

 

Children need to remember to wear helmets when riding their bikes, but most importantly, they need to look around and make sure that vehicles see them.  Vehicles should be at a full stop before crossing in front of them.  Don’t assume that because you are in the crosswalk, you are safe. Distracted drivers and children not paying attention have resulted in many collisions that could have been avoided had both people been aware of their surroundings.

 

Overall, situation awareness leads to less crime and a higher level of personal safety. The first step in avoiding disaster and becoming a statistic is making sure that your situation is safe. Be vigilant, pay attention and have a plan.