STATEN ISLAND, NY
Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) on February 27 announced $2 million in federal funding she secured and earmarked for the College of Staten Island. The funding will support the establishment of a Public Safety Center within CSI’s library, creating a centralized hub for emergency services, safety information, and support resources. The funds will also allow CSI to improve technology and add security cameras throughout the campus.
According to an announcement released by the Congresswoman’s office, at a time when campuses across the country have experienced increased unrest, violence, and harassment, it is more important than ever that proactive steps are taken to protect our students and faculty. This funding will bolster CSI’s safety infrastructure, improve emergency response coordination, and enhance preparedness by establishing a Public Safety Center that provides reliable access to critical support services. These efforts will help ensure CSI remains a safe place to learn, work, and gather.
“This $2 million in federal funding I secured for the College of Staten Island is an investment in the safety and well-being of our community. At a time when campus safety is more important than ever, this funding will strengthen preparedness, improve coordination, and help ensure CSI remains a safe, secure environment for learning and community engagement”, said Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis.”The establishment of a centralized Public Safety Center will provide a single, easily accessible location for emergency services and essential support resources”.
“This year’s allocation of nearly $2 million will allow our colleagues in public safety to have greater visibility into issues that are arising on campus, provide a safe and welcoming environment for not just our students, but for our community members, and allow them to do the jobs that are so critically necessary during this time in higher education”, said College of Staten Island President Timothy Lynch.
College of Staten Island Public Safety Center – $2,000,000
This funding will establish a Public Safety Center within CSI’s library that will significantly enhance the safety and well-being of the college community and the broader local community that utilizes the campus for various events. This Center will serve as a centralized resource hub where students, faculty, staff, and community members can access emergency services, safety information, and support resources in a convenient and accessible location. “The need for this Public Safety Center has become increasingly critical, as evidenced by the current turmoil witnessed across campuses in the United States. Incidents of violence, harassment, and other safety concerns have escalated, highlighting the urgent need for proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of our students, faculty, staff, and community members”, the announcement concludes.
