June is National Safety Month and Sheriff Gary Hofmann wants to remind you with a few community safety tips, how to keep your home protected from thieves, and to be aware of your surroundings while outside!

Community Safety:

● Never leave items in your vehicle in plain view. Car thieves will often break into your vehicle for an item that has a mere dollar value.

● Always lock your vehicle, even when parked in your own driveway or parking space.

● Try not to carry large sums of cash on your person.

Home Safety:

● Install exterior lighting: Use motion sensors or dusk-to-dawn lights to illuminate your home's perimeter.

● Trim shrubbery: Keep bushes and trees trimmed to eliminate hiding places for potential intruders.

● Display your address: Make sure your address is visible from the street for emergencies.

● Secure your garage: Close and lock the garage door when not in use, and store valuables in a secure locking device not visible from the street.

Summer Safety:

● Pay attention to your surroundings when walking, biking, or crossing the street.

● If available, use designated sidewalks or paths, and cross at designated crosswalks.

● Never rely solely on pedestrian signals — make eye contact with motorists before crossing.

● Avoid distracting behaviors like texting, talking on the phone, or listening to music with earbuds.

Sheriff Gary Hofmann and Deputies urge you to spread the word and to remember that we are here to keep our community safe! If you need help, don’t hesitate to call. Together, we can make this summer spectacular!