Who Are We?

The ‘all volunteer’ Dreamland Villa Posse was organized in response to the dismantling of the Sheriff’s Posse by Sheriff Paul Penzone. While the Sheriff’s Posse is still in effect as a shadow of its former self, the demands made on the mostly senior citizen VOLUNTEERS was ridiculous. The Dreamland Villa Posse was formed by those of us who opted not to jump through those hoops while still desiring to protect our citizens of Dreamland Villa by being a visible presence in the community.

We will continue to patrol the streets in duly marked cars, watch for people who may be up to no good and report same to the Sheriff’s Dispatch Center via telephone. Let me be clear, we are NOT law enforcement. We do not carry guns. We cannot enforce vehicle laws, nor can we detain or arrest law breakers. We have no standing with the law enforcement community. Our mission is to be the eyes and ears of law enforcement.

Some of the ways we accomplish this include:

  • High visibility patrols in marked security cars throughout the residential areas within Dreamland Villa.

  • Relaying information to the Sheriff’s Office for enforcement situations, by being good witnesses to any crimes we observe.

  • By making crime prevention information available at no cost to our area’s citizens.
  • By continuing to perform the duties of our very popular House Check Program.

We hope in the near future to have direct communications with local ambulances and SRP Fire and Rescue Departments in order to respond to calls in Dreamland Villa, and to render aid as needed and directed. All of our members will be certified in CPR and First Aid.

 

 


EMERGENCY CALL
911
(Medical, Fire, Crimes in Progress)

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MARICOPA COUNTY SHERIFF DISPATCH
(Non-Emergency Number)
602-876-1011

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CRIME STOP NUMBER
602-876-1011
to report thefts and community crimes. AFTER making that call, notify your local Dreamland Villa Posse at 480-654-2227

 

Volunteers Needed!

Non-compensated Posse positions are filled by people from all walks of life who are willing to help keep our community a safe place to live, and want to give back to the community.

Posse Members: In order to complete our mission there is always a great need for uniformed patrol members. No previous experience is required, and training will be provided. Posse members commit to only 4 hours a week, though most put in more.

Whether you’re a man or woman, snowbird, or a year round resident, please consider joining the Dreamland Villa Posse. Fill out the application and then meet with the Executive Staff to see if this type of volunteering would interest you. After your security and driving checks come back, you will go through a short training period, and then as many “ride-a-longs” as it takes for you to feel comfortable to go out on your own. It is not a physically taxing job, but you should be comfortable to walk short distances and get in and out of a car. We do not put ourselves in any confrontational or dangerous positions. Our job is to observe and report. Right now we are a small but dedicated group, and despite taking our job seriously, we also try to find time to have fun.

This is a new direction for all of us. We will be drawing from our experience in the Sheriff’s Posse with regard to training, but will not be a paramilitary organization.

Our goal is to feel good about safeguarding Dreamland Villa, but we also want to enjoy retirement! If you feel that you can be a “team player” and think you’d like to find out more, please talk to one of us, or email any questions or concerns to the address below. We’re looking forward to talking with you!

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DREAMLAND VILLA POSSE
(602) 877-8489
320 55th Pl ~ Mesa AZ 85205

Email: dreamlandvillaposse@gmail.com

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