Business Watch

What is Business Watch?

The Maricopa Police Department Business Watch Program is a proactive partnership between local businesses and MPD designed to strengthen communication, enhance crime prevention efforts, and improve community safety.

As Maricopa continues to grow, Business Watch provides business owners, managers, and employees with direct access to safety resources, training opportunities, crime prevention information, and collaborative partnerships with law enforcement.

Together, we can help create a safer environment for employees, customers, and the entire Maricopa community.

How Business Watch Works

• Stay Informed- Receive crime trend updates and safety alerts.
• Be Alert-Report suspicious activity right away.
• Work Together-Partner with fellow businesses to keep Maricopa safe.
• Display your official Business Watch window decal.

If you are experiencing an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately. For all non-emergency police matters, please contact the non-emergency dispatch line or use the link below to submit an online police report.

Why Join Business Watch?

Business Watch members benefit from:

Crime Prevention Resources

• Crime prevention tips and best practices
• Retail theft and Organized Retail Crime awareness
• Fraud and scam prevention information
• Security and surveillance recommendations

Direct Communication

• Safety alerts and crime trend updates
• Emergency notifications impacting businesses
• Opportunities to connect with MPD personnel
• Access to Business Watch meetings and events

Training Opportunities

• Active threat preparedness
• Workplace violence prevention
• Suspicious activity recognition and reporting

Community Partnerships

• Networking with other local businesses
• Collaboration with public safety partners
• Participation in community safety initiatives
• Support during special events and emergencies

Become a Business Watch Partner

Current Business Watch Initiatives

Retail Crime Prevention
Working with retailers to address theft, fraud, and organized retail crime trends.

Critical Infrastructure Partnerships
Collaborating with utility providers and essential service organizations to improve awareness, communication, and incident response.

School and Transportation Safety
Building relationships with transportation providers and educational partners to support student and community safety.

Property Management Partnerships
Supporting apartment communities and commercial properties through crime prevention and communication initiatives.