The Neighborhood Security Watch (NSW) Program on Oahu is sponsored by the Honolulu Police Department. The program involves the participation of community volunteers in a self-help, community-based security effort. Primary purpose of the program is the protection of our communities.
Ewa by Gentry community residents may write or call the District 8 Community Policing Team (CPT) to request information on how to start an NSW program for their community. Contact information for the District 8 CPT follows:
Kapolei Police Station
1100 Kamokila Blvd.
Kapolei, HI 96707
CPT phone: (808) 723-8437
NSW Formation Steps
- Request NSW materials from District 8 CPT
- Discuss packet contents with neighbors and determine program interest
- Call District 8 CPT to schedule an NSW presentation (minimum 25 attendees required)
- Once presentation concludes, CPT officer departs, and participants discuss starting an NSW program, select a coordinator, and one or more block captains