Public Safety

EPC Transition Committee sunsets and new EP Program ramps up

On Monday, March 24, the General Manager, Theresa Ostrander, Public Safety Director, Matt Hidalgo, and our new Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Kayla Holmes, worked in tandem with the Emergency Preparedness...

Pet owners – Let’s keep our community safe and clean 

We love seeing pets enjoying the beautiful open spaces here at The Villages! However, we’d like to remind all pet owners of the rules and best practices to help...

Need to register a vehicle or get a sale/parking permit? Public Safety forms now available online!

Good news, Villagers! We are pleased to announce that several important forms are now available online, making it more convenient than ever to manage your requests from home. No...

Public Safety reminder: Ensuring a smooth entry for guests and vendors

The Public Safety Department would like to remind all residents of the simple process for guests and vendors entering The Villages. Our goal is to maintain a secure and...

Find home key submission and lost & found in Building B

For Your Safety: Villa Key Submissions  Emergencies can happen when we least expect—whether it’s a medical emergency, maintenance issue, or urgent safety concern. Quick access to your home can make...

A safety reminder: check your smoke & CO detectors

Ever been startled by that annoying chirping sound in the middle of the night, only to realize it’s coming from your home’s smoke or carbon monoxide (CO) detector? While...

New Public Safety Courtesy Lines installed 

In a continued effort to enhance safety and convenience for residents and visitors, the Public Safety Department is pleased to announce the installation of new Public Safety Courtesy Lines...

Simplify guest clearance with GateAccess.net

As a friendly reminder, residents can continue to enjoy the convenience of GateAccess.net to manage guest access with ease. Whether you prefer the quick online option or a simple...

Public Safety Department keeps residents connected during travels

The Public Safety Department reminds Villagers of its Out-of-Town Record app—an informational tool the Public Safety team uses to assist in case of emergencies while you are traveling. This...

Sharing the road in The Villages: safety tips for all drivers

The Public Safety Department’s mission is to promote safety by ensuring that everyone who lives in and visits The Villages enjoys a safe and harmonious community experience. With that...

Power outage tips: stay safe and informed

When the lights go out unexpectedly, it can feel unsettling. The Public Safety Department  wants to provide you with helpful advice to stay safe and informed during a power outage. What...

Beware of GM spoof emails

’Tis the Season for Scams  We must be constantly vigilant of scams—especially at this time of year. The holiday season’s notorious for wrongdoers in our mail, both postal and online....

Safety in The Villages–golf cart reminders

The Villages, being the private gated community it is, allows the shared use of roads by vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and golf carts that adds a unique charm. However, recent...

Gate Access updates notifications improves reliability for residents

In a recent update to its notification services, ABDi has transitioned from text message notifications to push notifications for Gate Access alerts. The change comes in response to ongoing...

Hit the Road, Jack! The scam that takes a toll

If you’re still among the ranks of Bay Area road warriors navigating the web of freeways and crossing our seven state-owned bridges and the Golden Gate as well, you...