SHERIFF: Hayden 'deal' a dud

Our county commissioner, Bruce Mattare, says the city of Hayden gets a sweetheart deal on law enforcement coverage from the county. I've been a resident of the city of Hayden for 17 years, live on a cul-de-sac, Hillview Drive, and voted for Mr. Mattare, as well as our sheriff. In those 17 years, I have seen only one sheriff patrol car on our street. I'm retired from the military and spend a great deal of time outside, so chances are I'd see one once in a while, but no. 

On one hand, we've had no crime on our street, other than a burglary a few years ago. Is our low crime rate due to the presence of law enforcement, or is it due to good, law-abiding citizenry?  I respect law enforcement and appreciate what they do for us, but I question the formula for determining the number of deputies our community requires.