KEEPING BALBOA PENINSULA POINT SAFE
7 PM to 3 AM • 7 Nights a Week • Year-Round • With Your Support, We Can Do More
Contact the Patrol
| Security Guard Vehicle (Direct Line) | 949-796-9802 |
| 24/7 Dispatch (Backup) | 800-613-5903 – Reference: Balboa Peninsula Point |
| CitiGuard Website | www.citiguard.com |
Why This Program Matters
Balboa Peninsula Point is a special place – beautiful homes, beach access, and a close-knit neighborhood. But our unique geography also means:
- Many homes are primary residences left unoccupied during work travel
- A significant number are second homes, vacant for extended periods
- Beach communities attract opportunistic crime without visible deterrence
- Limited street lighting and narrow lanes create visibility challenges at night
The CFBPP is led by a volunteer board of neighbors dedicated to our community: Bill Mathies, Ken Drellishak, Bob Yant, Russ Doll, Tara Shapiro and Brigid O’Connor.
A visible, professional security presence changes that equation entirely. Neighbors consistently report that the patrol is one of the most valued community investments we make together.
Support the Patrol – Donations Needed
This program only exists because neighbors fund it. The CFBPP is a nonprofit organization – 100% of security patrol funding comes from voluntary community donations.
Your donation directly funds officer hours, vehicle and equipment costs, and dispatch infrastructure.
| By Check Make payable to CFBPP P.O. Box 4322, Newport Beach, CA 92661 |
| By Zelle Send to: cfbpp11@gmail.com |
All contributions support a nonprofit organization dedicated to our community.
About Our Security Patrol Program
For over 14 years, the Community Foundation of Balboa Peninsula Point (CFBPP) has funded a dedicated security patrol to protect our neighborhood – one of the most unique and beloved coastal communities in Newport Beach.
Our security patrol operates 7 PM to 3 AM, 7 days a week, 365 days a year – providing peace of mind whether you’re home full-time or enjoy the Peninsula as your second residence.
This program exists entirely because of voluntary donations from neighbors like you. There is no HOA fee, no city subsidy – just community members looking out for one another.
Our New Patrol Partner: CitiGuard
Effective June 1, 2026, the CFBPP Board has transitioned our security patrol to CitiGuard following a competitive bidding process designed to ensure the best value, coverage, and service for our community.
CitiGuard was selected for their superior approach to community security:
- Enhanced officer recruiting and training protocols
- More hands-on field supervision
- Improved use of technology
- Stronger back-office support and accountability
- Proven track record – they also serve Lido Island
Patrol officers operate in a CitiGuard designated vehicle with a roof light kit, making them easy to identify in our neighborhood.
About the CFBPP
The Community Foundation of Balboa Peninsula Point is a philanthropic organization founded in 2006 to improve the quality of life in our neighborhood. Community investments include:
- Installation of the Tot Lot at Miramar and Balboa Blvd.
- Funding the landscape for the street island at I and Balboa Blvd.
- Commissioning the Balboa Village murals
- 14+ years of funding the year-round security patrol expanded from a summer-only program thanks to growing community support
The CFBPP is led by a volunteer board of neighbors dedicated to our community: Bill Mathies, Ken Drellishak, Bob Yant, Russ Doll, Tara Shapiro and Brigid O’Connor.