The Housing Unit works closely with the management and residents of the various housing complexes in Beaumont. The officers assist the managers in identifying problems in the complexes and work on solutions to make the complexes safer for all those that live there. The officers conduct proactive police activities such as knock-n-talks, complex sweeps and identification programs to help rid the area of trespassers. The officers also are involved in many programs with the residents such as residents' associations, parenting classes, programs for senior citizens, a truancy program to help keep kids in school, ticket/warrant work program, 'Time for Crime' where at risk youth are taken on a tour of the area prisons, and many other programs. The officers also sponsor movie days for the youth where they can gather in a safe environment and have a good time. 

In October 1995, the Beaumont Police Department instituted a Resource Officer position. This officer is responsible for working with the local state prison in using prison labor to demolish condemned buildings throughout the city. These buildings, which are often houses, would otherwise not be torn down due to city budget constraints. These prisoners also are being used to clean up city parks and conduct litter clean-ups. Several condemned buildings have already been torn down and there is no shortage of assignments.