To all students,
As we begin the Fall 2021 semester, I wish to welcome all students and to remind each of you about some important safety and parking tips.
Driving To/From Campus
Please drive carefully at all times. Slow down and avoid distracted driving. The use of cell phones without hands-free devices is illegal and frequently causes accidents. Texting while driving also is illegal and extremely dangerous.
Be alert to the students walking to/from College Suites, the student apartments at the top of Morrison Avenue. Pedestrians in a crosswalk always have the right of way!
Please be alert to ongoing construction projects on Route 4, especially just south of campus toward Williams Road.
On Campus
The speed limit on campus is 15 mph. Please slow down and drive carefully (including when backing out of parking spaces). Campus Peace Officers, as well as local police, will issue tickets for all moving violations.
Please register your vehicle on our new electronic system.
It can be accessed at https://www.hvcc.edu/publicsafety/parking.html.
Parking on Campus
continues to be in high demand during peak times. If parking lots and the garage are full, ample overflow parking is available across Route 4 at South Road (behind the new construction/Panera). Also, Public Safety staff will direct drivers to other overflow locations, depending on demand. DO NOT drive over curbs or on any grass areas unless directed to do so by Public Safety staff.
Parking Garage on South Road
Students are prohibited from parking on Levels 2, 3 and 4 of the parking garage, which are reserved for faculty/staff with electronic access. During busy periods, Public Safety staff will guide students to an overflow parking area on Level 4; otherwise, please do not park in any gated areas.
All other areas in the parking garage are available to students – almost 500 spaces. Motorcycle parking spaces are available on the first floor of the garage (west side), and in B lots on the north side of campus.
Note: one-way traffic on the first level. Please be alert to signage and directions from Public Safety staff.
Please park only in legal areas!
Do not park on grass, sidewalks, or block other cars.
Do not park in the Hudson Valley Plaza /Price Chopper area across Route 4. You will be towed!
Be Safe – Both On and Off Campus
Please lock your car and be alert as you exit your vehicle. Be aware of your surroundings while walking on campus. A safe environment is the college’s top priority, but everyone is encouraged always to be vigilant and contact Public Safety (518-629-7210). If you see something, say something.
Secure valuable items such as lap-top computers and smart-phones.
Report thefts and other incidents promptly. (Campus video coverage is saved only for up to one week.)
Be Safe – Both On and Off Campus
Equip your iPhone, iPad, etc. with GPS location services that can be helpful in recovering lost or stolen items.
Follow Public Safety on Twitter (@hvpublicsafety) for information, traffic updates and emergency announcements.
Sign up for our new Emergency Notification App: Alertus and NY Alert to receive traffic and other emergency notices:
https://www.hvcc.edu/publicsafety/emergency/communication.html
Take advantage of Public Safety’s campus escort service by calling (518) 629-7210. Public safety also can unlock cars and provide jump starts – at no charge!
Visit www.hvcc.edu/publicsafety for information about:
— ID Cards
— Cancellations and closings
— Crime prevention services
— Emergency information and procedures
— Parking
— Other policies, regulations and reports
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Lastly, a note about off-campus gatherings and parties:
Please be careful in large crowds, especially during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
Do not participate in illegal, underage gatherings where alcohol is consumed.
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Published: Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:45:52 +0000 by f.aliberti