crime trend alert The City of Beachwood and surrounding communities have been experiencing an increase in thefts from vehicles. The suspects are entering UNLOCKED vehicles parked in residential driveways overnight. In some instances, the suspects proceed to gain entry into the residence through UNLOCKED doors and steal various items such as purses, cash, and small electronics. The Beachwood Police Department requests that all residents follow these simple crime prevention tips: • Lock all vehicles parked in your driveway and either remove all valuables from your vehicle or hide them from view. • Close overhead garage doors and lock man doors leading into the garage. • Do not keep your car keys/house keys in your vehicle. • Lock your doors at night. • Keep outside lights on. Contact the Beachwood Police Department at 216.464.1234 if you observe anyone suspicious in the area. Beachwood City of art exhibit Beachwood Community Center MondAy – FridAy • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM SATurdAy • 10:00 AM– 3:00 PM SundAy • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM pAint, pAper, pen Christine Weigand – unique hand cut paper artwork, Christopher Weigand – abstract acrylic paintings inspired by nature, geometry, and the earth and Ralph Solonitz – custom illustrator Show Dates: December 10 – January 3, 2015 Artists’ Reception: Sunday, Dec. 14, 1 – 2:30 p.m. rubbish / recYcling hAppy holidAys The Service Department will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 and Wednesday January 1 for Christmas and New Years Day. Rubbish collections will be delayed one day after each respective holiday. Administrative offices will close at 2 p.m. on December 24 and December 31. holidaY season shopping Please be alert while shopping this holiday season. Here are some tips: • Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member. • Stay alert to your surroundings. • Pay with a check or credit card when possible. • Keep a record of your credit card numbers at home. • Keep cash in your front pocket. • Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen or misused. • Be extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime targets of criminals in crowded areas. • If you keep valuables in your car, make sure they are out of plain view. If you witness or are involved in anything suspicious call 911 or call the Beachwood Police Department at 216.464.1234. fall leaf pick-up Running now until heavy winter storms, leaf trucks will be in operation daily. Collection is constantly on-going from one end of town to the other end of town. Therefore, there is no need to call for a special pickup. Place UNBAGGED leaves on the tree-lawn only. DO NOT PLACE IN STREET. Leaf piles mixed with other debris – such as grass – WILL NOT be picked up. After January 1, all leaves need to be bagged and will be picked up with your regular rubbish. Questions? Call the Service Department at 216.292.1922. December 2014 n Beachwood Buzz 33