The Urbana Police Department provides a community service to periodically check residences when occupants are away for extended periods. To request this service, you can either call or email the Police Department using the contact information below:
Phone: (217) 384-2320 - Request to be added to Vacation Watch Email:
PoliceFrontDesk [at] urbanail.gov (PoliceFrontDesk[at]UrbanaIL[dot]Gov) (Please include "VACATION WATCH" in the subject line)
When making the request, please provide the following information:
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Address
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Name of resident (including cell phone or emergency contact number)
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Departure and return dates
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Name and telephone number of a key holder (someone the police can contact in case of a problem)
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Will there be lights left on in the house? Are they on timers?
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Will there be vehicles left in the driveway? If so, list the color, make, model, and license plate number.
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Will someone be checking on the house (mail, looking after pets, watering plants)?
Contact the Police Department if you return earlier than originally stated or extend your vacation. If possible, stop mail and newspaper delivery.