A new civilian security team, Mishmar, will begin operation in Hatzor Haglilit next week, the Hatzor Haglilit Municipality said Monday.
Mishmar was founded in cooperation with Home Front Command after the municipality had requested such a team for years, adding that it would consist of municipality inspectors and volunteers.
Mishmar will respond to calls made to the municipality’s security hotline and help the Israel Police.
The municipality said it will operate alongside local civilian responders, including those in the emergency response team.
So far, more than 50 volunteers have joined Mishmar, it said.
“This is a significant development for our community and an important reinforcement in our struggle to improve security and the sense of community safety,” Hatzor Haglilit Mayor Michael Kabesa said.
“The unit’s activities are similar to the SELA Municipal Security Patrol operating in central Israel.
[This authorized force] will provide a broad response and enhance security in our Hatzor.”