This is the time of year when we give Holiday Cheer to those who do services for us like the mailman, the trash collectors, etc.
If you are giving money to the trash collectors, this is a reminder to NOT tape a gift or an envelope with cash in it to the top of the trash bin. Last year, we had a couple incidents of people stealing the envelopes that were intended for the people who pick up our garbage every week. These envelopes were taped to the trash bin lids, as has been a common practice in years past. Unfortunately, the thieves knew of this practice and the money was stolen. They will be watching again this year.
Please be cautious and alert. A suggestion might be to either wait for the collectors to come by for your trash, or to search out their truck, and personally hand it to them.
Report to BCSO immediately anyone seen taking the envelopes. Last year, a description of the car used and approximate time of day, helped BCSO quickly find the perpetrators using our license plate reader camera system.
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