SECURITY PATROLS

MUD 127 owns and manages more than $20 million in assets. To help protect these assets, as well as the assets and safety of residents, the District has contracted with two highly experienced security companies for crime patrol and prevention services: SEAL Security Solutions and Global Axis Security.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) remains our source for public law enforcement. Record the following security-related numbers in your phone’s “Contacts” listings so you will have them at a moment’s notice:

• Call 911 to report criminal activity of an emergency nature.

• Non-emergency, suspicious activity should be reported by phone to HCSO Dispatch at 713-221-6000 and/or to the SEAL Security Hotline at 713-489-0099.

SEAL SECURITY SOLUTIONS

SEAL’s assignment objective is to provide patrol visibility, proactive crime deterrence and accountability.

All SEAL officers are commissioned (Texas DPS Level III), uniformed, armed, and trained to detain suspects for law enforcement. They patrol in marked vehicles and occasionally on foot with a highly trained police dog. Most are former military or police officers. All must undergo rigorous pre-employment background checks and successfully complete SEAL’s strict training program. The officers are monitored by GPS every four minutes, which makes them accountable for their location and activities at all times.

SEAL has a 24/7 Hotline for MUD 127 residents to report suspicious activity anytime or to request assistance. When an officer is on duty in the district, s/he will respond to the call.

The HOTLINE number is 713-489-0099. Record this number in your phone’s Contact listings, so it is always handy. The Hotline rings at the state-of-the-art SEAL Command Center, which has the capability of translating calls from 200+ languages.

VACATION WATCH

SEAL Security prides itself on having its officers get to know the residents of the communities they serve. One of the services they provide is “Vacation Watch.” If you are going to be out of town for any reason, you can alert SEAL by completing the Vacation Watch form.

If you encounter a SEAL officer on patrol, introduce yourself as a resident. For more information about the company, its staff and expertise, visit www.sealsecuritytexas.com.

GLOBAL AXIS SECURITY – COPS SELECT PROGRAM

Founded and operated by veterans of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Global Axis Security is a private firm specializing in rapid response and proactive patrols, staffed by off-duty law enforcement officers. They deliver tailored investigative and enforcement services while maintaining close engagement with the community.

While on patrol in MUD 127, Global Axis officers operate with full authority as Texas Peace Officers, empowered to take immediate action on any criminal activity or violation of Texas law. Officers remain in constant coordination with HCSO Dispatch and District Command, actively monitoring calls and responding to incidents within MUD 127.

To learn more about Global Axis Security, visit globalaxissecurity.com.

ACCOUNTABILITY

MUD 127’s security services are under continuous review by its Board of Directors and may be changed at any time to address changing needs of the community. Round-the-clock patrol coverage is cost-prohibitive, and patrols do not operate with fixed hourly schedules; the hours assigned vary from day to day.

Between monthly Board meetings, one member of the Board of Directors acts as the District’s liaison with SEAL and Global Axis. The Board liaison reviews and provides feedback on periodic patrol activity and focuses on educating MUD 127 residents about crime prevention, personal safety and property security. The Board liaison is also responsible for sharing periodic security reports with residents.

In the end, safety and security is everyone’s job. Learn more about steps you can take as an individual to support crime prevention and a safer environment in our district. Check out the list of safety tips at https://harriscountyso.org/ContactUs/CommunityEngagement .