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I am writing today to bring awareness to the issue of property crimes and crimes of opportunity.

This is a situation that exists throughout the county and La Conner has certainly not been immune to this activity.

I encourage each citizen, household and business to take this occasion to assess your individual readiness regarding security.

Some obvious measures include removing any items of value from your vehicles and making sure garage and home and business doors are locked.

Other effective actions include the implementation of automated motion lights, security systems and cameras.

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