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-The integrity of a gated community is only as strong as the integrity of the residents within it. Again, I offer the repeating <br />theme of social cohesion... it takes the effort of the residents to impact crime. Burglars and criminals are not restricted from <br />living within a gated community, along with the fact their visitors are not restricted from visiting the same community. <br />Consider some facts from our neighbors on the Peninsula, other East Bay communities, and even Southern California <br />where there are documented cases of gang members using gated communities as a place to hide from police. <br />-One could draw the conclusion that this proposal resemble the citadels of the middle ages and medieval times. It may only <br />be missing bastions and artillery fortification. <br />IN CLOSING; My observation about the Heron Bay Community: <br />There's a concept within planning I've come to know over the years... CPTED. That stands for Crime Prevention Through <br />Environmental Design. Heron Bay Residents should take note of their community as they stroll and or drive through. It is, <br />after all, a master planned community which has CPTED concepts throughout it. <br />None the less, the most important CPTED idea I would like to convey to each citizen within San Leandro is, it is you, the <br />ordinary person, not the police, a gate, a fence, or other obstacle, that is the first line of defense against crime. If you see <br />something or someone suspicious you should call the SLPD. In fact, I strongly suggest that you reach out to the SLPD for <br />feedback on this issue. It will likely hinder their efforts as noted above. <br />Sadly, the proposed gates are only an illusion of added security. Again, the majority of San Leandro Residents already have <br />a sense of common good, genuine concern for other's welfare, and the resources we share as city residents. <br />Stay together San Leandro. <br />