Synopsis of the Neighborhood Watch Meeting Feb. 21, 2008
Mayor Pontieri, Deputy Mayor McGiff and Cope Officer Verrelli, attended our meeting and answered questions about our concerns.

Members of our group asked for more enforcement with regard to problems in our area, which include illegal parking, vehicles ignoring Stop Signs, dumping, and Sixteen Wheel Trucks, speeding down Cleveland Street. The condition of roadways, drainage, and broken curbs were also discussed.

John Rocco refused to say that there was no problems in his neighborhood, for fear of "Muphy's Law." As it turned out a house was Burglarized along Meford Avenue, a few days later. When returning home late at night, be sure to drive through the streets of our neighborhood, and report any suspicious activity.

It has been reported that the reckless teenagers, that have been illegally driving their Bicycles through our village, do not live in Patchogue. Parents have been seen dropping their teenagers off in our village, so that they could "Ride," with their friends. These non residents obviously think that Patchogue is a "Theme Park!" The antics from these non resident invaders, goes far beyond "Teenagers Having Fun." An elderly woman was almost injured, property has been destroyed, and cars have been forced to swerve to avoid hitting these indestructible teenagers.

Enforcement has been stepped up, residents have seen both the Patchogue Constabulary, and the Police Department, dealing with the "out of control," teenagers. Once their parents are contacted, the problem should go away. We were informed that a Village Ordnance was passed, allowing confiscation of Bicycles.

A request has been made, that as part of the Swezey's Project, the Carnagie Library, be retained as a Museum, which is to include the Hans Henkie Collection of Patchogue Memorabilia.

Members of our Neighborhood Watch Group, also requested that the Patchogue Village Constabulary, show a high presence, both before and after Theatre Performances.

What Makes a Neighborhood Watch Group Effective?
When you see suspicious activity, never confront or even look at the suspect individuals. Smile, and make believe that they do not exist. Call the Code at 475 "Christmas" 1225, or Call 911. If you are asked for your Name, say "Maple Avenue Neighborhood Watch;" nothing more. Don't tell anyone that you made the call, except the Neighborhood Watch. Our Email Address is listed below.


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