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Chapter 2: The Plan 1,, C im6� 'Preve> tioni to d� C dd6!, Eigforcement 1he.Town of Hillsborough recognizes a need for stronger code enforcement mechanisms and tougher crime prevention strategies throughout the town." In response to this need, the7own recently hired a full -time Code Enforcement Officer whose help enables the Town to pursue code enforcement issues and nuisances more diligently than in the past. '' Property owners have an important role to play in the prevention of crime and nuisance control as well. The code enforcement system is complaint — driven and as such the'Town relies on community members to report nuisances. Similarly, the police expect community members to report suspicious activity. Property owners can also proactively deter crime by considering lighting, signage, and other design factors on site. Additional lighting as well as landscaping and signage improvements encourage more activity and can send an important statement of commitment and care. (, CriraePPrevention The US 70 Corridor /Cornelius Street Task Force asked Captain Dexter Davis and Captain Judy Jacobs and Code Enforcement Officer Thomas Cummings to make recommendations for decreasing crime and the perception of crime along the 70 Corridor. ,The The following list is a summary of their recommendations. ® Increase patrol "Increase amount of area lighting »® Initiate a neighborhood watch program ® Initiate a community beautification program ?® Add `Welcome to Hillsborough' signage. ® Enforce trespassing and loitering laws �3® Add caution light before Faucette. Mill, Rd. to slow traffic >a Add crosswalks and sidewalks for pedestrian safety ® Address the vacant overgrown lots through code enforcement ® Address problem properties and problem landlords �® „Enforce mowing and cleanliness regulations through code enforcement �® "Enforce junk vehicle regulations through code enforcement 24 US 70/ Cornelius Street Corridor Strategic Plan 2007