Public Safety’s Crime Prevention Program

On Friday February 3^rd, ’17 Pittsfield Dept.  of Public Safety’s Crime Prevention program will host an Open House for residents, businesses , owners / managers , faith leaders to provide information from two important outreach efforts; “Tax  ID Theft Awareness and Cyber Security ( National Data Privacy)”.

This event is designed to provide information on how “not to become a victim” of  tax fraud , telephone, and emails scams that are / will be happening  through the April 15^th filing deadline.

2017 ‘s Cyber Security – National Data Privacy Day:

-Telephone scams – “Can you Hear me Now?” and others,,,

-Ransomware Incidents and how to avoid being a victim / What are Bitcoins and other cryptocurrency?

-Identity Theft, Data breach response for businesses / 5 ways to help employees be #PrivacyAware

-Protecting personal information / What to do if you are a victim of a cybercrime

-Tips on avoiding- The Grandparents scam, Tech support scams, and others

-10 Most dangerous mobile apps (teens / tweens)  / bullying  and cyberbullying

-Safety tips for Mobile Devices

-Online safety tips for Older Adults

-How Colleges use kids’ Social Media feeds / Privacy tips for Teens

-Online gaming tips for parents / teens

-Privacy Tips for using Public Computers and Wireless networks

-Before you download that app, ask why do you need access to so much information on my device?

-Vulnerable Seniors – financial , exploitation, neglect, physical, and more (www.blueprintforaging.org)

-Red Flag Rules; impact on businesses, faith communities that keep financial / personal information

From: Rich Coleman, PSCC, Pittsfield Twp. DPS, 734 822-4959

National Night Out –Safety Fair
  DATE: Tuesday August 2nd, 2016

TIME: 6 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

PLACE: Lillie Park Sth., 4365 Platt Rd.

Pittsfield Twp. Parks Pavilion

The 33^nd annual “National Night Out Safety Fair” event is designed to heighten crime & drug prevention awareness, and cybersecurity. We hope to generate support & participation in local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit & police-community partnerships; and lastly send a message to criminals to let them know that Pittsfield Township neighborhoods and communities throughout the region are organized and fighting back.

The National Night Out Campaign traditionally involves citizens, law enforcement, township departments, schools, businesses, neighborhood organizations & local officials.  This year’s event will showcase area non-profit groups that provide essential services to Senior’s, Families, Substance Abuse & Recovery, Veterans, and students. Home security video displays: “Ring and August”.

Target Stores (Carpenter Rd’s / Saline) are sponsoring the free raffle items, school supplies, senior safety items, snacks, treats, and more! Families, Senior’s, Veterans, and the Faith Communities are all welcome to attend this exciting event!

Everyone will get access to the free resource materials speak with providers, meet with law enforcement personnel, tour the emergency service vehicles and learn how to make your home and community a tough target to crime! Below are some of the non-profits / groups that will be in attendance.

For more information contact:

Community Coordinator Ritchie Coleman: colemanr@pittsfield-mi.gov  734 822-4959

Spring Cleanup

Please join us, Saturday, May 7th at 9:00am in the Bridgefield cul-de-sac. Coffee, juice and donuts will be served before our annual Spring Clean up! We will then stroll through the neighborhood picking up rubbish left behind by the winter winds!

Annual Pumpkin Contest

This year's pumpkin contest will be held online. Please take a photo of your pumpkin and submit it to info@bridgefieldestates.com by Oct. 18th. One entry per child (multiple pumpkins may be in photo) and one per adult for each household. Give each entry a special or catchy name, the voting will be anonymous. A unique link for voting will be sent (one per household!) through email before Oct. 18th.

Winners will be announced at the Campfire Get-together on October 25th at 6:30pm in the Bridgefield Cul-de-sac.

Target gift cards will be presented to the winners as well as Wendy's coupons to all that participate.

We look forward to seeing you there! Happy October!

Bridgefield Estates HOA

2015 Annual Picnic

The annual picnic is coming soon:

 

Saturday, July 11th

11 am - 3 pm
Crimson Ct. Cul-de-sac

Join your neighbors for food and fun!  Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be provided.  Bring a side item to share.

There will be some toys and a bounce house for the kids!