IMPORTANT HOLIDAY ISLE SECURITY UPDATE
Hello HIIA Residents,
We heard you loud and clear. The previous community security program was not meeting the needs of our residents. As HIIA owners we’re sure you’ve heard similar feedback regarding the roving security guard that was part of the old program.
Today, we are excited to announce a new program, one that started with the voices of the homeowners and aims to address the concerns raised by our community.
What wasn’t working with the old program?
The previous security program included a roving security guard, but it had several shortcomings:
• The security guard had no legal authority.
• The role was largely seen as a violation enforcement arm, rather than a security measure.
• It did not improve safety or security in the community.
• The guard had no enforcement powers.
As a result, the roving security guard was deemed ineffective, and we needed to move in a different direction.
Introducing the New Program
In response to these concerns, the HIIA Board of Directors and the Security Committee have worked together to develop a more effective solution. This new program is designed to address the issues raised by homeowners, and it comes at a reduced cost that fits within our more modest security budget.
We have partnered with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Department and their off-duty officer program to ensure that our new safety and security program is robust and effective.
The benefits of having an Off-Duty Deputy Sheriff patrol Holiday Isle include:
• Full legal authority
• Cannot be used as a violations arm of the association
• A Deputy Sheriff is the definition of safety and security
• Capable of enforcing laws related to noise, nuisance, traffic violations, DWI, and other illegal activities
• Visible police presence serves as a significant deterrent to illegal activities
Program Details
The new program began on Friday, March 14th.
What Can You Do?
If you have an emergency situation, please call 911.
If you have any other security concerns in your neighborhood, please don’t hesitate to call the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) non-emergency line: 850-651-7400
For any questions or feedback, feel free to contact the HIIA Office at 850-837-4753 or by email at manager@
We look forward to working together to improve the safety and security of our community!