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This page is meant to be a resource for the neighbors who live in the Rollingwood area.
7/26/2010 - West Nile Virus Activity Grows in North Sacramento
This is a mapped area where dead birds have been found and an area that is possibly a target area.
7/23/2010 -
Effective Friday, July 23, 2010, due to the County budget shortage our Sacramento County Sheriff Community Service Center will be closed at:
Fair Oaks/Orangevale Service Center
8525 Madison Avenue #126
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Citizens are encouraged to utilize the North Area Service Center which will remain in full operating status. The North Area Service Center is located at:
2500 Marconi Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95821
916-876-5700
It is anticipated in the future, limited resources may be available at the Sheriff’s North Area Patrol Station located at 5510 Garfield Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95841.
VIPS will continue working in the community doing patrols, vacation watches and special assignments as needed. They will be working out of the North Service Center.
SERGEANT KATE ADAMS #108
North Patrol Division
Dialing the Sheriff
Contact the sheriffs office. The 874-5111 number is the equivalent of calling 911. This is the number you would use if you needed to dial 911 from your cell phone. If you are trying to contact the dispatch about a non emergency situation please dial 874-5115. If you hit prompt 1 when you hear the start of the recording, this will get you to a live person. If you have a traffic related problem please contact CHP North Patrol at 861-1300. If you dial 911 on your cell phone, this will take you directly to CHP Dispatch.
Thank you again for all the information. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Service Center at 536-9880.
Mosquito Abatement
7/1/2010 - Last week 2 mosquito samples and one bird tested positive for West Nile virus in Sacramento County. Though the District has not seen any virus activity in Yolo County to date, two potential human cases are currently being investigated by the Yolo County Department of Public Health.
In response to the recent findings, the District has increased its surveillance and started ground fogging around areas where positive mosquitoes and birds have been found. For current information about any treatments planned, please visit www.FIGHTtheBITE.net. Residents may also subscribe to receive email notifications for mosquito treatments by zip code. To sign up go to Spray Notifications on the website.
Practice the District D’s of Mosquito Prevention:
DRAIN standing water that may produce mosquitoes.
DAWN and DUSK are times to avoid being outdoors.
DRESS appropriately be wearing long sleeves and pants when outside.
DEFEND yourself by using an effective insect repellent. Make sure to follow label directions!
DOOR and window screens should be in good working condition.
DISTRICT personnel are also available to address any mosquito problems.
Suspicious persons description forms
Hi Neighbors
Since we continue to be plagued with unwanted solicitors and other suspicious people, two forms are attached for your use. This info will be very valuable if we have an incident and need to provide good info to Sheriff. Photo's are always good to have IF they can be obtained safely.
Photos can be taken through the window glass.
Remember, you do not have to open the door to a stranger, but always let the stranger know you are home. This behavior is not rude but rather important for your safety.
Suspect description form
Suspect car description form
23 Feb 2010: Follow these steps to Protect Your Mail
Use the letter slots at your post office to mail letters, or give them to a letter carrier.
Pick up your mail promptly after delivery. Don't leave it in your mailbox overnight.
Don't send cash in the mail.
Ask your bank for "secure" checks that can't be altered.
Tell your post office when you'll be out of town, so they can hold your mail until you return. Report all mail theft to a Postal Inspector. Call 877-876-2455. Mail theft, vandalism complaint form from the US POST OFFICE
Sherrie Carhart Crime Prevention Specialist
Sacramento County Sheriff North Division (916) 536-9876
Northeast Public Directory
We went to the Rancho Cordova Shooting Range 30 January. Chuck Jamison will coordinate future outings. (chuck@2jamisons.com).
Rollingwood Blog Site
Sheriff Community Meetings to resume in September. Orangevale is scheduled for every other month. Additionally, due to the holidays, there will only be no meetings for December.
Sheriff’s Community Meetings
2nd Tuesday (alternating months)
2010 MEETINGS- March, May, July, September, November
(Please confirm that each future meeting will be held)
Orangevale Community Center
6826 Hazel Ave
Discussion items from Jan 12 Orangevale community meeting:
Sheriff Sgt. Eric Buehler (874-1048) and Sheriff Safety Officer, Sherri Waugh Carhart,
(536-9876) represented the Sheriff ‘s office and Ted Wolter represented County Supervisor Roberta MacGlashan (874-5491).
Sgt Buehler is the one and only officer remaining in a POP position. He covers the area from Arden Arcade to Orangevale. Don’t hesitate to call him for nonemergency community issues.
Sherri reported that the crime rate is down in Orangevale at this time and in fact there were no reports of problems from the attendees. That’s quite a change from a few months ago. Some of that change seems to reflect more vigilance on the part of neighbors watching and calling about “bad things”.
Be Cautious About Giving Info to Census Workers
With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data. The big question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist? BBB offers the following advice:
** If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don’t know into your home.
** Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census. While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, it will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers nor will employees solicit donations.
Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, they will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating the Census. Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Scams: Download this PDF (2.7 MG)
Wasp Spray instead of Pepper Spray
A receptionist in a local church in a high risk area who was concerned about someone coming into the office on Monday to rob them when they were counting the collection asked the local police department about using pepper spray and they recommended to her that she get a can of wasp spray instead. The wasp spray, they told her, can shoot up to twenty feet away and is a lot more accurate, while with the pepper spray they have to get too close to you and could overpower you. The wasp spray temporarily blinds an attacker until they get to the hospital for an antidote. She keeps a can on her desk in the office and it doesn't attract attention from people like a can of pepper spray would. She also keeps one nearby at home for home protection. Thought this was interesting and might be of use...
Here are some local businesses and tradesmen recommended by your neighbors:
Hall's Cleaning -
Barbara Hall ~ (916) 224-1468 - I needed someone to help with some heavy "Spring Cleaning". I couldn't believe what a truly thorough job she did and in a timely manner. I got her name from two other neighbors in our neighborhood that use her monthly and highly recommended her. Cary Ann Meade
Ed Lucky recommends PC Focus here in Orangevale if you need video transferred. I talked to them and they also do computer repair and service. 7500 Mountain. 916 989-6967
Bellus Photography by Neisha - I have to brag about this one! Neisha was hired as the photographer for a wedding that took place yesterday. The wedding was on a World War ll B-17 Bomber. The bride and groom had their wedding ceremony in the plane, and in the air! Neisha said half the roof was missing but it was so incredible. They flew all over Sacramento and over Folsom Lake. The couple obviously love the 1940 era. He is dressed in his Army uniform and she's wearing an old 1940 wedding dress. This is the first wedding taken in the plane in 17 years. Click the website and see the photographs. Cary & Gary Meade (6/8/09)
Chuck's recommendations:
Computer repair - PC Components in Folsom. They guarantee all their work. - 916.984.4455.
Absolutely stay away from Best Buy and Geek Squad.
Plumber: 3Js Plumbing - Jack Richards - 916 233-5175
Roofer: Tim Whedon - 916 988-7880
Haircut: Jim Blom - 916 987-1680
Tile setter: Capital Tile - Chris Harms - 916 202-8453
Dry Cleaners: Flora sold Sam's Cleaners but the new owners seem to be pretty good.
9372 Madison Ave Ste #7 -
916 988-9876
Pizza - we have a new pizza parlor in the neighborhood. Strobelli's Pizza is located in the strip mall where Taco Bell is located (on the corner of Madison and Main). We ate there this last weekend (4 April) and were very impressed. Not only was the pizza the best but the owner is friendly and enthusiastic. His name is Jay. His dream is for it to be a "neighborhood friendly" pizza parlor where neighbors and friends can meet and enjoy his versatile menu of pizza, sandwiches, salad and appetizers. He has two large flat screen televisions for sports-minded patrons to enjoy. Next time your family feels like pizza, go in and introduce yourself. His pizza dough and sauce are made daily from scratch, I guarantee you'll taste the difference! ~Cary Meade (5/22/09)
Heat and Air: I've used Clark (916 988-1658) for ten years and have been very happy with them. My sister who also lives in Orangevale, is very happy with Golden-Aire (916 988-6137). I recently got bids from both for a major job and the prices were very competitive.
Felons in your neighborhood 3/10/09 (Website for finding parolees near you)
Neighborhood Watch
Remember the benefits of an active Neighborhood Watch Program-
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Neighborhood policing by you and your neighbors, together with the Sheriff patrol, creates a greater sense of security, well-being, and reduction of the fear of crime. “Look out for each other”.
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Reduce the risk of being a crime victim by taking preventative measures that substantially decrease the likelihood of becoming a crime victim.
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The Neighborhood Watch programs trains you how to observe and report suspicious activities. Hold a meeting on your block to talk to your neighbors.
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Knowing your neighbors is an important feature and benefit of this program. Being aware of the goings-on in your neighborhood is not invading anyone’s privacy or snooping. It’s guarding against trouble or any situation which could be dangerous or criminal in nature.
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Keeping your neighbors informed by email or phone or letter of criminal activity information helps everyone be better prepared to spot criminal activity in their neighborhood.
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