Vacation Watch/Close Patrol
If you are going to be away from your home for several days or if there is a special situation where you would like extra patrol you may request that patrol officers check your residence periodically. Please fill out the form below.
Vacation Watch/Close Patrol Requirements:
- You must live in the city limits of Slaton.
- Fill out the form at least one day ahead, but no more than 3 days in advance.
Tips to Remember before you Leave:
- Make sure your home looks lived in, not empty.
- Stop mail and cancel deliveries, or have a friend make daily collections.
- Leave shades and blinds in their normal positions.
- Put automatic timers on several lights (with varying schedules).
- Have someone keep your property maintained (mow your yard, for example).
- Leave a key with a trusted neighbor.
- Provide a trusted person with your departure and return dates, and an itinerary with phone numbers so you can be reached in an emergency.
- Lock all windows and doors, including your garage door, before you leave.
- Take garage door openers out of cars left outside.
- Don’t advertise your plans to strangers. That applies to the casual conversation in the grocery check-out line, and what you post on social media.
Patrol Officers will be notified of your absence and the information you provide. As they can during their shifts, they will check your home to see if all is well.
Legal Disclaimer
It is expressly understood by the person making this request for Vacation Watch/Close Patrol that the services provided by the Slaton Police Department during the security watch are services provided under the department’s regular law enforcement duties, that this request just notifies the department of the requestor’s absence from the premise or special request. This notification does not create any type of contractual relationship between the requestor and the Slaton Police Department or the City of Slaton. This notification does not mean that the premises will not be subject to criminal acts.
Contact
Ross Hester
Chief of Police
175 N. 8th
Slaton, TX 79364
Ph: (806) 828-2020
Fx: (806) 828-2023
Hours
Monday – Thursday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
