Halloween Brings Tricks and Treats to Webster Street; 10th Jewelry & More by Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter; Crime Prevention Assessment

Dear WABA Members & Friends,

 

Preparing for the Holidays
Alameda Police Department advises businesses to schedule a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) assessment.

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a strategy that aims to reduce crime and enhance safety by modifying the physical environment. It focuses on creating spaces that discourage criminal activity and promote community well-being. Key principles of CPTED include:

  1. Natural Surveillance: Designing environments to maximize visibility, making it easier for people to see and be seen. This can include proper lighting, clear sightlines, and the placement of windows and doors.

  2. Natural Access Control: Restricting or controlling access to an area through design features like fencing, landscaping, or controlled entrances, which can deter unauthorized entry.

  3. Territorial Reinforcement: Defining and enhancing a sense of ownership and territorial responsibility among residents, businesses, or users of a space, discouraging potential criminals.

  4. Maintenance and Management: Ensuring that spaces are well-maintained and actively used, which can deter criminal activity and vandalism.

CPTED strategies can be applied in various settings, such as residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, and public spaces, to create safer and more secure environments.

Please contact Technician Parker at mparker@alamedaca.gov to schedule CPTED assessments. 

Join us for Trick-or-Treating on Webster Street
Saturday, October 28 (12pm-4pm)
The Healing Garden, 1435 Webster Street

Prizes, crafts, spooky beats by DJ Rockin' Raul Castro, face painting, fairy hair, and more! Pick up a special Halloween bag for the kids to take Trick-or-Treating at participating businesses along Webster Street.

Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter's 10th Anniversary Edition of Jewelry & More
Thursday, November 2
12pm-2pm - early-bird registration 
2pm-7pm - general shopping, free and no registration required

There is plenty of parking available at South Shore and the venue is easily located in the alley between Trader Joes and Trabocco. There is a new and large selection of fine and costume jewelry, including high end; special selection of global jewelry, including large selection of Tabra bohemian style and similar from New Zealand/Bali region; succulents and garden art; homemade treats; purses and personal accessories, including very fine pashminas and cashmere; fun game of chance; and more! Thanks to the Alameda Chamber of Commerce for hosting this event. 

Please read on to discover more upcoming events and local businesses. As always, it's a pleasure to advocate and represent West Alameda, a neighborhood I personally call home. WABA - creating community through business!  

Jody Colley Designs