In Oakland, Private Force May Be Hired for Security
“In the wake of the city’s laying off 80 police officers last month, Chinatown is leading a new trend in the crime-ridden city: an increase in privately financed public safety. Mr. Chan has asked every business owner to install a street-facing camera. A new Chinatown security force, perhaps staffed by armed guards, could be on the streets as soon as next month, he said. “
(The Bay Citizen – In Oakland, Private Force May Be Hired for Security – NYTimes.com)