Six IDs Taken in One Weekend as Security Tightens Rules

Security officers in Century Village East are reminding residents to follow the rules when it comes to using their resident identification cards. According to village security, an average of 35 to 45 IDs are confiscated at the gates every month because they are being misused.

The most common reason for confiscation occurs when residents allow someone else to use their ID to enter the community. In some cases, it’s a family member, caregiver, or renter. But regardless of the reason, if an ID is used by anyone other than the resident whose name appears on it, security officers are required to confiscate it.

In one weekend alone, six IDs were taken by gate officers after being used improperly. Once an ID is confiscated, it must be recovered the following day at the clubhouse. Security officials stress that the rules are clear — and printed directly on the ID cards — stating that the cards remain the property of CenClub and may be confiscated at any time if misused.

“Security is a team effort,” said Christopher Kelley, head of security in the Village. “Our guards can only do so much to maintain the security of our village. It requires the cooperation of the residents to also follow the rules that we have in order to make sure that we have the most secure community possible.”

Security officers say that while most residents follow the rules, a small number of violations can create unnecessary challenges for the team working to protect the gates and ensure that access is properly controlled. Following ID procedures, they say, is a simple but essential part of keeping Century Village East safe for everyone.