Category: Safety and Security
April 3rd, 2024 by Steve Marshal
Welcome to Spring Quarter 2024!
As we work our way through the first week of the quarter, we wanted to take this opportunity to provide some tips from the Department of Safety & Security.
Parking
The first 8 days of Spring Quarter 2024 (April 3rd – April 12th) is the official grace period for students to purchase their quarterly permits. During this time, citations will not be issued for lack of parking permit in student areas (ADA violations, parking in multiple stalls, and other illegal and hazardous violations will still be cited). You may still find warnings on your vehicle instructing you to purchase a permit, but you will not be cited for lack of a permit.
Beginning Monday, April 15th, permits are required to park on campus for all days each quarter, Monday-Friday from 6:00am-4:00pm, excluding weekends and holidays. Citations with fines are issued for ADA violations, PCC parking violations, Visitor Lot violations, and other illegal/hazardous (fire lane, blocking roadway, not parked in a parking stall, etc.).
Students can purchase parking permits in Student Finance (aka Cashiers). Daily permits are also available for purchase at pay stations located at the East Gate, West Gate, in front of Bldg. 7000, in the parking lot west of Bldg. 1600, and on the walkway between Bldg. 2900 and 3000.
Campus Security
We have a uniformed Campus Security Officer on campus and on-duty 24/7/365. Our personnel are trained and equipped to respond to a vast variety of calls that include, but are not limited to, basic first aid, medical emergencies, security emergencies, and calls for assistance.
To reach our team during business hours, call 206-546-4633, or visit the Safety & Security Office in the Foss Building, Room 5102.
After hours or if the office does not answer, the on-duty Campus Security Officer can be reached at 206-235-5860
Courtesy Services
Our department provides vehicle lockout assistance, vehicle jumpstarts, security escorts, and more!
Lost & Found
The official campus Lost & Found is located in the Safety & Security Office, Room 5102. We hold onto items for 3-6 months before disposing of them.
Tips
Here are a few tips that can help you in having a wonderful experience here at Shoreline:
- STOP! If you haven’t already, save the after-hours Campus Security number in your phone now! 206-235-5860.
- Park in high traffic and well-lit areas.
- Remove all valuables from your vehicle and remove items from view.
- Even if a bag only has dirty gym clothes in it, a prowler may break in hoping it contains valuables.
- If you observe a suspicious person or vehicle on campus, call security.
- Always keep your phone and photo ID on your person in the event that you need to contact assistance.
- If you witness or observe concerning behavior or posts on social media, report it to Campus Security by calling the office or after-hours number.
- PLEASE NOTE: Do not report injuries, criminal activity, or request immediate assistance via email, as email is only monitored sporadically during office hours.
For questions, please come to the Safety & Security Office (5102), call us at: (206) 546-4633 or email: safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu
Posted in Safety and Security, Student Communications
March 22nd, 2024 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Campus Community,
The elevators in Buildings 2900 and 4000 (The Library) are currently out of order. The Department of Safety & Security and Facilities are working to get them back into service as soon as possible, however there is currently no timeline for when this will be. If you have questions, please email safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu
Respectfully,
Your Department of Safety & Security
Posted in Building Updates, Safety and Security
March 13th, 2024 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Campus Community,
At approximately 7:00pm last night (Tuesday, 3/12/24), Campus Security was alerted to a notebook discovered on campus which contained entries speaking in general terms about harm to the public. In cooperation with campus partners and Shoreline Police, an investigation by Campus Security identified the owner of the notebook and determined that there was no potential threat to the campus or the community.
The College, Safety & Security, and Shoreline Police are committed to the safety of everyone on campus. Below is contact information for both campus and external resources.
Campus Security is on campus 24/7, and the officer on-duty can be reached at 206-235-5860 or by utilizing the emergency call boxes located around campus.
Employees may access services and support at any time through the Employee Assistance Program at 877-313-4455.
Students have free access to the Counseling Center located in the FOSS Building (5000), Room 5251. https://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/
In addition, for emergency counseling, referral, or assistance 24-hours/day and 7-days/week, please call:
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- 911 (for immediate health-related emergencies)
- National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- King County: Crisis Connections (Crisis Line) | 866-427-4747
- Snohomish County: Volunteers of America Care Crisis Response Services (Crisis Line) | 800-584-3578
- Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-7233 or text “START” to 88788
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Specific Support): Call 1-888-488-7386 or text “START” to 678678
Respectfully,
Your Department of Safety & Security
Posted in Safety and Security
February 1st, 2024 by Cat Chiappa
Good morning,
At approximately 5am this morning Campus Security discovered vandalism on several buildings across the East side of campus. While there was no hate speech or threat as part of the vandalized messaging, we wanted to mention it in case you see it this morning.
Facilities is working hard this morning to clean the paint off of the buildings, and the case will be referred to local law enforcement.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu
Thank you,
Cat
Posted in Announcements, Safety and Security
January 19th, 2024 by Cat Chiappa
Good Morning,
Due to office staffing shortages, the Safety & Security Office will be closed today, January 19th, 2024 with office services resuming on Monday, January 22nd, 2024. A uniformed member of Campus Security is still on patrol and available to respond to calls for service via the Duty Cell Phone at 206-235-5860. All other non-emergency requests can be directed to safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu at any time.
Your Department of Safety & Security
Posted in Safety and Security
January 9th, 2024 by Cat Chiappa
Welcome to Winter Quarter 2024! As we work our way through the first week of the quarter, I wanted to take this opportunity to provide some tips from the Department of Safety & Security.
Parking
Permits are required to park on campus for all days each quarter, Monday-Friday from 6:00am-4:00pm, excluding weekends and holidays. Citations with fines are issued for ADA violations, PCC parking violations, Visitor Lot violations, and other illegal/hazardous (fire lane, blocking roadway, not parked in a parking stall, etc.).
Students can purchase parking permits in Student Finance (aka Cashiers). Part-Time employment requests can be sent in by department office. Full-Time employee permit requests must be verified by Dean, Director, etc. Daily permits are also available for purchase at pay stations located at the East Gate, West Gate, in front of Bldg. 7000, in the parking lot west of Bldg. 1600, and on the walkway between Bldg. 2900 and 3000.
Campus Security
We have a uniformed Campus Security Officer on campus and on-duty 24/7/365. Our personnel are trained and equipped to respond to a vast variety of calls that include, but are not limited to, basic first aid, medical emergencies, security emergencies, and calls for assistance.
To reach our team during business hours, call 206-546-4633, or visit the Safety & Security Office in the Foss Building, Room 5102.
After hours or if the office does not answer, the on-duty Campus Security Officer can be reached at 206-235-5860
Courtesy Services
Our department provides vehicle lockout assistance, vehicle jumpstarts, security escorts, and more!
Lost & Found
The official campus Lost & Found is located in the Safety & Security Office, Room 5102. We hold onto items for 3-6 months before disposing of them.
Tips
Here are a few tips that can help you in having a wonderful experience here at Shoreline:
- STOP! If you haven’t already, save the after-hours Campus Security number in your phone now! 206-235-5860.
- Park in high traffic and well-lit areas.
- Remove all valuables from your vehicle and remove items from view.
- Even if a bag only has dirty gym clothes in it, a prowler may break in hoping it contains valuables.
- If you observe a suspicious person or vehicle on campus, call security.
- Always keep your phone and photo ID on your person in the event that you need to contact assistance.
- If you witness or observe concerning behavior or posts on social media, report it to Campus Security by calling the office or after-hours number.
- PLEASE NOTE: Do not report injuries, criminal activity, or request immediate assistance via email, as email is only monitored sporadically during office hours.
For questions, please come to the Safety & Security Office (5102), call us at: (206) 546-4633 or email: safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu
Respectfully,
Your Department of Safety & Security
Posted in Announcements, Safety and Security
December 19th, 2023 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Campus Community,
This message is in follow-up to today’s RAVE and email alert regarding police activity on campus this morning.
Incident Summary:
At approximately 10:55 am today, 12/19/23, Shoreline Police located a vehicle on the west side of campus that had been carjacked at gunpoint in Seattle earlier this morning. Believing the vehicle was occupied, Shoreline Police set up a perimeter and attempted to make contact with possible occupants.
Out of an abundance of caution, the College moved to lockdown the Parent Child Center and to evacuate the buildings on the west side of campus. This decision was made based on the limited impact area contained by the perimeter set up by Shoreline police.
Shoreline Police ultimately determined that the carjack suspects were not in the vehicle or area and gave the all-clear for Shoreline to resume normal operations. Shoreline Police then remained on-scene until Seattle Police was able to arrive and process/remove the stolen vehicle.
Due to the excellent relationship between the College and Shoreline Police, the College was able to quickly establish communication and obtain information/updates as they became available.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Campus Security Officers Karl Hicks and Chris Ward, Maintenance Technicians Tom Harvey and Norm McLain, ED of Communications & Marketing Cat Chiappa, and VP-I Lucas Rucks for their assistance during the incident.
Related to today’s incident, and the ongoing safety needs of the campus, please be aware that a new locking mechanism is scheduled for installation for classrooms in 1100, 1300, 1500, and 1800. Additional safety solutions are also being researched and devised for doors with different locking mechanisms. This new safety feature will allow spaces that require a ‘hex key’ to lock the ability to lockdown in active threat situations. All parts required for the installation are on campus and installation has already begun and will be completed by the first day of Winter Quarter ’24.
Campus Resources
If you did not receive a RAVE alert and/or would like to update your information or create an account, click this link
https://www.getrave.com/login/shoreline. Staff and students are automatically enrolled via their school email address, which is also their RAVE username.
Employees may access services and support at any time through the Employee Assistance Program at 877-313-4455.
Students may access the following services:
• If you are experiencing distress related to this, please reach out to the Counseling Center for support. Member(s) of our Counseling Center staff will be on-hand for class today at 1:00 pm.
• In addition, for emergency counseling, referral, or assistance 24-hours/day and 7-days/week, please call:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 800-273-8255
- King County: Crisis Connections (Crisis Line) | 866-427-4747
- Snohomish County: Volunteers of America Care Crisis Response Services (Crisis Line) | 800-584-3578
- Lifeline Crisis Chat: Go to suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
- Crisis Text Line: Text 741741
- 911 (for immediate health-related emergencies)
For those with additional questions, comments, or feedback, please contact Safety & Security at safetyandsecurity@shoreline.edu.
Respectfully,
Acting-Director of Safety & Security
Greg Cranson
Posted in Safety and Security
October 16th, 2023 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Students,
This morning we have been experiencing some challenges with our on-campus internet. This is due to an external issue with connectivity to the outside of campus.
As of right now, our on-campus internet connection is restored, but within the next hour it may go down for another 20-30 minutes due to continued testing.
Classes on campus are running as per usual today and campus is open.
We will deliver additional updates as needed once more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Cat Chiappa
Executive Director of Strategic Communications & Marketing
Posted in Announcements, Safety and Security
October 12th, 2023 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Campus Community,
On Friday, October 13th, from 8:00am – 2:00pm, Shoreline Police and Shoreline Community College will be hosting a catalytic converter tagging event. Current students, faculty, and staff of Shoreline Community College can bring one (1) vehicle on a first come first serve basis. You will drop your vehicle off at the check-in tent where your campus affiliation will be verified, a member of our automotive program will retrieve your vehicle to etch the last 6-8 digits of your VIN on the catalytic converter before spraying it with a special brightly colored paint. The etching of the VIN will help police track the owner of the converter should it be stolen and recovered, and both the paint and the etching are a deterrent to thieves as it would make the converter much more difficult to sell.
The parking lot south of Bldg. 2000 will be cordoned off and the only vehicle access allowed will be those taking part in the event, you must enter from the south lot entrance. There will also be Shoreline Police on-site throughout the event who would love to interact with members of the community.
While this event is also open to City of Shoreline residents, Shoreline Police handled registration of non-campus community members and the registration quickly filled up. Passenger vehicles only (no box trucks, RVs, high-end sports cars, etc.). No installation of protective shield. Wait times may vary.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at gcranson@shoreline.edu
Respectfully,
Gregory Cranson
Posted in Announcements, Events, Safety and Security
October 4th, 2023 by Cat Chiappa
Dear Campus Community,
On Thursday, October 5th, the College will be having an all-campus fire evacuation drill. During the drill, all students, staff, faculty, and visitors are required to evacuate from all campus buildings and assemble in the designated evacuation areas. The alarms will activate to begin the drill. Campus Security personnel and Building Marshals will assist at evacuation points and provide directional information. Participation is mandatory if you are on campus.
- The evacuation locations are designated by a white sign with red lettering entitled “Emergency Evacuation Point” (reference attached photo) along the perimeter of campus.
- Individuals exiting campus should proceed to the evacuation site closest to their location (map attached, sites marked by blue star).
- Everyone must immediately evacuate, in a calm and controlled manner.
- Do not attempt to re-enter buildings until authorized to do so Campus Security personnel or a Building Marshal.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Safety & Security Director Greg Cranson at gcranson@shoreline.edu
Respectfully,
Gregory Cranson
Director │ Department of Safety & Security
Posted in Announcements, Safety and Security, Student Communications
