2026 Laurelhurst Neighborhood Security Program
*Patrol Officer Contact Number: 206.979.8171*
Keeping Our Neighborhood Safe Together
In February 2025, our community made a choice to invest in professional security. Eleven months later, the results speak for themselves: while surrounding neighborhoods saw a 22% decline in property crimes, Laurelhurst achieved a 57% reduction. Motor vehicle theft dropped 17% here while nearby areas saw a 7% increase.
What’s even more important is that 93% of our respondents to our neighborhood survey in December ’25 stated that they feel safe, vs. just 47% prior to our security program. This is not luck, it is what happens when neighbors work together with professional law enforcement protection.
Real Protection, Real Results
From February 2025 through January 2026, our Seattle’s’ Finest Security officers completed over 1,200 vacation checks, secured more than 60 open garage doors before they became targets, and responded to over 115 suspicious activity reports. In December alone, they prevented multiple break-ins and package thefts. Our off-duty and retired police officers don’t just patrol—they:
- Interrupt crimes in progress (vehicle thefts, break-in attempts)
- Deter suspicious activity before it escalates
- Coordinate directly with Seattle Police for rapid response
- Know our neighborhood and recognize when Security Patrol officer assistance is needed
Patrolling is balanced throughout the community. Coverage for 1,800+ households. Covering residences bounded by Windermere on the northeast, by Sand Point Way N.E. on the north and by Mary Gates Memorial Dr. N.E on the west.
New for 2026
For 2026, we aim to expand to 24/7/365 coverage, eliminating vulnerable gap hours when patrols aren’t able to deter or engage. This expansion requires strong community participation. Your enrollment directly funds:
- Officer wages and training for round-the-clock coverage
- Patrol vehicle operations
- Coordination with Seattle Police
- Quarterly reporting and communication
- Elimination of coverage gaps that left our neighborhood vulnerable
New Enhanced Security Patrol Program
Based on feedback from our 2025 program, we are offering an Enhanced Security Patrol Program in addition for neighbors who desire more services than are offered in our standard program. Details between the two are listed below.
Subscriber-Only Group Text Alerts
New for 2026, the patrol officers will have the ability to send a group text message to all opted-in subscribers when significant neighborhood incidents are reported. This offers immediate incident awareness of events and avoids multiple residents calling on the same situation.
Sales Tax Collection
Due to new legislation, security patrol services are now subject to retail sales tax of 10.55%. We will be adding tax to our security patrol service. Any additional donations in support of the program will not be subject to tax.
Standard Program
Comprehensive community protection for every home
$750.00 per house plus tax
Perfect for: Residents who want strong baseline protection and community-wide deterrence
- Neighborhood patrols and rapid response during coverage hour
- Vacation check program (house perimeter, up to 28 vacation days/year)
- Package relocation to prevent theft as part of vacation check services
- Suspicious activity monitoring and police coordination
- Quarterly community reports on trends and incidents
- Direct officer access via phone, email and text message.
- Delivery of a Seattle’s Finest yard sign to your residence on request
- NEW: Automatic opt-in to subscriber-only group text alerts for immediate incident awareness
Enhanced Program
Increased security for maximum peace of mind
$4,500.00 per house plus tax
Perfect for: Frequent travelers, high-value properties, or anyone wanting the highest level of proactive protection
Includes everything in Standard Program, plus:
- Vacation checks available 365 days/year with dedicated daily patrol passes around your home and access points
- Personalized coordination for travel or heightened concerns
- Priority visibility to deter and detect threats early
- Customized watch instructions tailored to your property
What Our Neighbors are Saying
“After our neighbor’s garage was burglarized before the program started, we knew we needed this. Best investment in our home’s security.”
“Knowing trained officers are checking our home daily while we travel gives us complete peace of mind. We’ve seen them in action, they’re thorough and professional.”
“The difference is visible during patrol hours. I see patrol vehicles multiple times a day, and suspicious activity that used to be common has virtually disappeared.”
“Being able to call or text an officer and have them show up in minutes is incredible.”
Helpful Links
If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Non-emergency SPD line, call 206.625.5011 and select 8 from the menu.
For security related incidents please contact the Laurelhurst Security Patrol directly at 206.979.8171 or securitypatrol@laurelhurstcc.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the goal of the Neighborhood Security Program?
We aim to reduce criminal activity in our neighborhood by adding enhanced coverage from a private security firm, Seattle’s Finest, with highly trained personnel. The ultimate goal is to deter criminals from targeting our neighborhood for the safety and security of our community.
Doesn’t the Seattle Police Department already patrol our neighborhood?
Yes, but SPD covers a vast area with limited resources. Our dedicated officers provide Laurelhurst-specific coverage, know our properties and residents, and coordinate with SPD for optimal response. It is effectively private security detail for our entire community.
How was the patrol company selected?
Seattle’s Finest Security was chosen through a rigorous review process by your neighborhood board. They employ off-duty and retired commissioned police officers, ensuring professional law enforcement expertise.
Does the patrol cover all of Laurelhurst?
Yes, this is for the entire neighborhood. Patrolling will be balanced throughout the community. Coverage for 1800+ residents. Bounded on the northeast by Ivanhoe Place N.E, on the northwest by Sand Point Way N.E. and N.E. 45th Street, on the west by Mary Gates Memorial Drive N.E.
We are not in the Beach Club boundaries. Can I still enroll in the program?
Absolutely, the boundaries of the beach club and the boundaries that the LCC serves are different.
Can I pay by check?
Online payments are preferable, but you can subscribe to Standard and Enhanced programs via check. Please make checks payable to LCC based on the total cost and tax listed below. You can add additional funds to help ensure the Security Patrol program achieves the total amount for neighborhood coverage.
Mail to:
Laurelhurst Community Council
Attn: Security Patrol
4616 25th Ave NE PMB 373, Seattle, WA 98105
Can I pay in installments?
Unfortunately, not currently. As we continue to learn and evolve this program we will look into this possibility.
Can I enroll mid-year?
Yes, however the cost is still the full annual price.
What’s the difference between the Standard and Enhanced Programs?
A detailed comparison chart between the two programs is listed below.
| Service Element | Standard Program | Enhanced Program |
|---|---|---|
| Patrol Coverage Goal | 24/7/365 neighborhood patrols and response in all common areas | 24/7/365 neighborhood patrols plus enhanced, daily focus on your property |
| Vacation Check Program | Perimeter house checks for maximum of 28 vacation day requests per year | Perimeter house checks for maximum of 365 vacation day requests per year |
| Custom Instructions While Away | Officers monitor your house while you are away | Proactive, personalized coordination for travel or heightened-concerned periods |
| Property-Specific Patrols | Included as part of routine community patrol routes | Emphasized daily patrol passes around your home and access points for vacation requests |
| Package Delivery Management | Packages moved to discreet locations to avoid signaling an empty home as part of a vacation house check service | Same service, with added attention during travel periods and special watch requests |
| Suspicious Activity Response | Response to reported suspicious persons, vehicles, or activity in the community and around residences | Priority, high-frequency visibility around your residence to deter and detect suspicious activity early |
| Police Liaison and Incident Reporting | Direct coordination with Seattle Police Department for civil parking issues, misdemeanors, and felony crimes | Same direct coordination, with greater incident context from increased patrol presence around your home |
| Annual Cost (as of 2026) | $750.00 (plus $79.13 tax) per house | $4,500.00 (plus $474.75 tax) per house |
Any Additional Questions?
Contact the Security Committee at:
securitypatrolquestions@laurelhurstcc.com