The College has an outstanding security record. This is due to our excellent Public
Safety staff and procedures, as well as from features like secure card access readers,
blue light emergency phone stations, state-of-the-art smoke/heat alarm systems, camera
monitoring system, and 24-hour Public Safety surveillance around campus.
Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Report any unusual, dangerous, illegal, harassing,
or otherwise unsafe behaviors to a Housing and Residence Life staff member or Public
Safety.
The Public Safety Department provides security and related services to the college
community seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All Public Safety Officers are Civil
Service employees and must successfully complete the Police Recruit Training Course
at the Public Safety Training Center. This is the same course attended by all police
officers in Monroe County. No other college in Monroe County maintains this standard
for their security or public safety officers. Officers have also been trained in emergency
medical procedures, first aid, CPR and Critical Incident Command.
Public Safety Officers have armed Campus Peace Officer status in accordance with New
York state law. They conduct foot, bike, and vehicular patrols on campus and at satellite
locations, 24 hours a day. On campus, Public Safety Officers enforce all laws and
regulations, both of the college and the State of New York. The Public Safety Department
works very closely with the Brighton Town Police Department and other local and state
law enforcement agencies to assist them with incidents that may occur off-campus.
Potential criminal actions and other emergencies on campus can be reported by any
student, faculty member or employee directly to the Public Safety Department. It is
extremely important to notify Public Safety so they are aware and involved with any
action or investigation. If dialing from a Brighton Campus phone, dial 2911. If dialing
from a cell phone or off campus line, dial 585-292-2911. Brighton Public Safety are
located in building 21-140. Emergencies can also be reported by using blue-light courtesy
phones, located throughout campus. Upon receiving a call, officers are dispatched
immediately to the site of the complaint.
The college encourages accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes or suspected criminal
activity. Reports may be made anonymously via the webpage Silent Witness (www.monroecc.edu/go/witness)
or by calling the Crime Stoppers confidential tip line at (585) 292-3636. You can
also download the MCC RAVE Guardian App on your phone or tablet where you gain report
incidents anonymously.
People who see an opportunity for gain may take advantage of it. Assault and robberies
can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. If we work together, we can stop crime
before it occurs.
Crime reduction on campus requires the continued active support of the College community.
The following are a few suggestions, which may help to prevent crime by planning ahead
for personal protection.
Personal Safety…What You Can Do
The best defense against crime is to take adequate precautions, and always practice
good personal safety. Precaution and prevention are the most effective tools that
can used to reduce the chances of falling victim to a crime. Know the current environment
and be alert at all times, whether at home, out walking (especially at night), driving
or at work.
At Home, Your Apartment, or Residence Hall Room
Keep doors and windows locked when at home to keep out unwanted visitors
Lock all doors and windows whenever exiting. Even the best locks won’t work if you
do not use them
Don’t automatically open the door when someone knocks. Use the peep hole in the front
door to see who is there
When strangers ask to use personal phones, offer to make the necessary call but don’t
let the person into the room
Do not loan room keys to anyone
When Walking
Know the locations of blue-light courtesy call boxes along daily routes
Plan routes in advance. Stay away from alleys, fields, and dark areas. Avoid shortcuts
Walk on lighted walkways on campus. Use the Public Safety Escort Service
Don’t walk alone. Walk with a friend, especially at night
Use RTS buses. Wait for the bus with a friend
If being followed, change directions and head for a public place
Have keys ready to enter a car, room, or apartment immediately
Don’t accept rides from strangers. Don’t hitchhike
Notify the authorities at once. If the incident happened on campus,call Public Safety at x2911 from any Brighton Campus telephone. If dialing from a
cell phone or off campus line, dial 585-292-2911. If the incident happened off campus, contact the local law enforcement agency serving
that area.
MCC provides a wide variety of security services and prevention programs to everyone
in the campus community. Although everyone is ultimately responsible for their own
physical safety, learning and practicing the basic precautions will enhance every
student’s well- being.
Class Cancellations:A listing of daily class cancellations is available on theClass Cancellations webpage. Please utilize local television, radio or the MCC website for closing information.
Please refrain from calling the media or the College.
Closed Campus Hours:College community members are prohibited from entering any campus building, excluding
the residence halls, between midnight and 6am. In addition, college community members
are restricted from coming to campus anytime the college is closed.
Emergency Messages:If someone needs to contact a resident in case of an emergency, call the Office of
Student Services at 585-292-2052. Public Safety will try to reach the resident. After
5p.m., Public Safety should be contacted directly at 585-292-2075.
Escorts: Public Safety Officers can escort college community members who are on campus and
who request their services. Call 585-292-2911 to utilize this service.
