Taylor Ranch Neighborhood Association (TRNA)

Neighborhood Association

TRNA Patrol

The TRNA citizen patrol members are the eyes and ears of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) in Taylor Ranch. We patrol from the river to Unser; from Calle Norteña to Western Trail/Namaste. We work in two-person teams, one of whom must be certified by APD. We believe that our presence deters crime in our community. Our activities are endorsed by APD.

For more information about this volunteer opportunity, see the description below.

TRNA provides patrollers:

Magnetic signs identifying the patrol for the sides of their patrol vehicles
Revolving orange light for top of vehicle
Other equipment for use while on patrol
Patrol member contact list and monthly patrol calendar
A partner, so they never patrol alone
Information from APD, including the schedule of certification classes.

What TRNA expects of patrollers:

They patrol at least two hours per month
They patrol in their own vehicles or the vehicles of their partners
If they drive their own vehicles, they have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
They patrol at their own risk
They call 242-COPS or 911 if they see anything or anyone suspicious (eyes & ears!)
They report any graffiti to 311
They do not carry a weapon and do not confront anyone
They do not enter private property
They plan to attend an APD certification class, when one is available
They take care of the provided equipment and deliver it to the next team after their patrol
They have fun and get to know fellow patrollers and their community
They are enthusiastic about working to lower the crime rate in Taylor Ranch

For more information or to join this elite team, contact: patrol@trna.org

Updated: 06 Apr 2011