Traffic and Safety Committee – Crime & Gossip, Gates & GPS, Overnight Parking

Crime & Gossip: Following a recent Men’s Club meeting, where he was a guest speaker, I spoke to Sergeant Jim Greenwood from the Dana Point Police Department about some of the many reports from residents about the rash of thefts from garages and cars. The Sergeant carefully perused his crime statistics and could only find a few reports for the … [Read more...]

T&S Committee – Safety in Niguel Shores

We are half way through summer already and, for the most part, everything is going relatively smoothly. However, we should address a few house cleaning chores. Such as reminding all residents that admittance to the ClubHouse area and pool should be accomplished with a fob and resident present. Along that line, food and beverages are prohibited in … [Read more...]

Traffic & Safety Update

Pedestrians be aware! In the past few months we have had a series of near collisions between incoming cars and residents using the crosswalk to walk across Niguel Shores Road at Mariner Drive. Although these pedestrians had the right-of-way, some drivers making the turn onto Niguel Shores Drive were apparently oblivious to anything other than … [Read more...]

Guest Lists & Parking, Skateboards, and Dogs off Leash

I notice that the spikes from the many agapanthuses that are planted throughout our community are bursting with white and blue blooms. This is a sure sign that summer will soon be here, and the school year will be drawing to an end. With that, many families in our community will host graduation parties or simply welcome guests who wish to enjoy all … [Read more...]

Update: Watch for Safety Patrols

Living in a private gated community has many advantages we all enjoy every day! From the wonderful pool and ClubHouse to the beautiful Beach Bluff, we even have dedicated onsite management and staff plus 24-hour security. With all Niguel Shores’ great amenities come many responsibilities, such as leashing and picking up after your pets, (something … [Read more...]

How to Report a Crime within Niguel Shores

Over the last few weeks, I have had several requests to provide information to the Community as to how to report vandalism or other incidents that occur within Niguel Shores.   First thing you should do is call the Police!  If a crime is not reported, nothing will be done.  After you call the police, contact the Mariner Gate to have a patrol … [Read more...]

Important Notice from the Traffic & Safety Committee

With the objective of preserving our recreational assets, safety, and quality of life in Niguel Shores, Securitas, the service for patrol and gate attendance, is under contract with NSCA to enforce the access and parking rules to accomplish that goal.  They are given no discretionary power to bend or change any of our policies and rules.  They … [Read more...]