The Department is comprised of 27 full-time armed Security Officers in varying positions. Most have either a law enforcement or military background. Two patrols and the Main and Cypress gates are on duty 24 hours a day. The visitor’s gate is open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Dispatch Center services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Security Department is responsible for providing many services to its residents. The most visible are: access control to the Plantation at three gates, traffic control, and enforcement of State, Town, and Plantation regulations.

Security Personnel patrol 72 miles of roads and amenity areas, respond to and complete reports on lost, missing, and stolen property, respond to medical emergencies, inspect homes of residents who are away, animal control, monitor and respond to fire and burglar alarms, jump-start vehicles, assist residents who are locked out of home or auto, provide gas for stranded vehicles, provide security checks of commercial areas after closing, and conduct health and comfort checks for the elderly.