Question of the Day: Private Security?
On the same day last week, we heard in the morning from a policeman that the 88th Precinct (Fort Greene and Clinton Hill) had finally gotten a boost in manpower and in the afternoon that our neighbor across the street had been robbed the night before. We’re wondering what people think about the idea of…
On the same day last week, we heard in the morning from a policeman that the 88th Precinct (Fort Greene and Clinton Hill) had finally gotten a boost in manpower and in the afternoon that our neighbor across the street had been robbed the night before. We’re wondering what people think about the idea of supplementing the local police force with some private security. Our GC told us he thinks the local “bad guys” won’t be put off by rent-a-cops. Other people have said that bringing in private security would only antagonize relations between gentrifiers and old-timers. We’re sure other people’s response will be “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” But if you’ve already committed to being in a neighborhood, should political correctness stop you from doing everything you can to ensure the safety of your family? Is passing the hat to your neighbors to raise money for a night-time patrol realistic?
3:12 — he actually said “honky”? I didn’t think anyone has said that since Sherman Helmsley.
Last time I greeted one of my black neighbor who was taught to “speak” at an early age, he really did speak…he spoke by telling me to get my honky-ass back to Manhattan…
Agree with the speaking to neighbors thing. Very important. There is this hipster dude on my block who refuses to speak to anyone or even look you in the eye, even though he’s always outside smoking cigs and yakking into his cell phone. I walk by him every day, he barely looks up.
If a group of home boys came along and started beating the crap out of this snot right in front of me, I’d just laugh out loud and keep walking. Honest.
fulton and waverly block association info. you can email me and i will give you the details
2:47:
That’s bollocks. Some people are just cat people. Go ahead, get yourself a pack of dogs. What’s the limit in NY per household? Six? You’re neighbors are going to just love you.
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A dog’s behavior mimics the owner, so if you can’t control it, that’s not the dog’s fault. I would put up with shedding over broken windows and pried-open doors.
lol clinton hillbilly thats something i noticed. i live in in ch, formerly from park slope… my non-white neighbors are far friendlier and more outgoing than my white neighbors in ch or ever were ps
I’ve call 311 a couple times in Ft. Greene and nothing has happened, so I placed a follow-up call directly to the 88th precient, and finally got results. They were kind and understanding and helpful.