Park Security and Safety Patrols
Summary
The City is deploying new security guard patrols across neighborhood parks and the Lake Forest Sports Park starting March 1 to combat persistent vandalism, graffiti, and e-bike issues. Residents expressed strong support for the added patrols, noting that some parks have felt unsafe for families.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Security guard services are budgeted at $150,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Park visitors, local families, and residents living near neighborhood parks experiencing vandalism.
Individuals engaging in after-hours loitering, vandalism, and illegal activities in parks.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting - Oct 7, 2026
Increased security presence, including dedicated golf cart patrols and sheriff coordination at the sports park, has successfully eliminated disturbances during Friday night sports leagues.
Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting - Jun 3, 2026
Security guard patrols monitor city parks and the sports park daily, dealing with occasional homeless encampments and service requests. Officials discussed coordination with law enforcement and legal guidelines for addressing transient activity.
Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting - Apr 8, 2026
Staff and commissioners reviewed the performance of Lyons Security Services, highlighting positive community interactions and electronic checkpoint scans across city parks.
Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting - Mar 4, 2026
City officials discussed the launch of new nighttime park security patrols to combat vandalism at local park restrooms, aiming to restore facilities for public use.
Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting - Feb 4, 2026
The City is deploying new security guard patrols across neighborhood parks and the Lake Forest Sports Park starting March 1 to combat persistent vandalism, graffiti, and e-bike issues. Residents expressed strong support for the added patrols, noting that some parks have felt unsafe for families.
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