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Welcome to Campus Safety & Security Patrol! Did you know that CSSP offers a variety of services? Not only do we patrol campus and enforce parking regulations, we can offer the following services:
- 24-hour patrol and parking services
- Surveillance systems in many public areas around campus
- Access control of campus buildings
- License Plate Recognition system at the main perimeter gates
- Vehicle assists such as jumpstarts, open-ups, and tire assists
- Campus safety escorts
- Crime Statistics
- Emergency notification system administration (text, email, computer, etc.)
- Maintain campus ID card system
- Assist with coordinating campus wide safety drills for emergency situations
Our main office is open during business hours but is closed for business on Sunday and Saturday. Patrol Operations remains in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The CSSP Kiosk at the Yeager Drive entrance provides:
- 24-hour dispatch services
- Surveillance system monitoring
- Guest parking passes
- Campus maps and directions
- Parking and permit assistance
Our Mission Statement
The Mission of Campus Safety & Security is to support effective instruction and mentoring scholarship at La Sierra University. By preserving physical safety and providing assistance, as requested, to each member of the University Community.
Service Calls
Service calls for escorts & vehicle assists during last academic year:
- 670 Escorts
- 100 Jump starts
- 67 Vehicle open-ups
- 5 Tire Changes
FAQ
There are no parking permit fees to park on La Sierra University grounds. Because there are no fees, ALL VISITORS will be requested and required to have a visitor permit while on campus.
Visitor permits are available at the Riverwalk Parkway entrance kiosk. Your license plate number is necessary for obtaining a permit.
| Parking Violations | $15.00 Dollars |
| Moving Violations | $25.00 Dollars |
| Failure to Register | $25.00 Dollars |
| Parking in Disabled Parking without a placard | $250.00 Dollars |
| Tamper with a License Plate | $100.00 Dollars |
During the Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., REGISTERED VEHICLES must be parked in either their assigned parking lot or overflow parking in M-lot. Between 3:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. registered vehicles may park in any student lots. Between 6:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m., registered vehicles with current permits may be parked in any faculty or student parking lot.
During the summer sessions and breaks between each quarter, the same hours stand. Although students are not assigned parking lots in summer, they must park in student parking lots and can only park in faculty/staff parking between 6:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. as long as vehicles are properly registered.
Q: Is it true that I don't have to have a permit after 6:00 p.m.?
A: There is a big misconception circulating that you don't, but the truth is yes, you must be registered whenever you park anywhere on campus at any time.
Q: Can I park anywhere with my permit?
A: No, everyone is assigned a lot.
Q: Where do I park when my lot is full?
A: M-lot (Alumni Pavilion parking lot) is always the overflow lot when any lot is full.
Q: What if I want to bring more than one car onto campus?
A: You may register up to 5 vehicles for no additional charge per quarter.
You must have your La Sierra University ID Card and your vehicle license plate # when you register your vehicle.
Contact Us
CSSP 24-hour Dispatch
(951) 785-2222
Fax
(951) 785-5222
Email
security@lasierra.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Office Location
Suite FF
License Plate Recognition (LPR) Entrances
Status of License Plate Recognition (LPR) at Perimeter Entrances
- Heritage Way North (North Pierce Street) / Sierra Vista Avenue = Operational
- Raley Drive = Operational
- Quiet Lane = Operational
*Note: If the LPR system is not operational at one of the entrances you will see a message letting you know that the entrance is down for maintenance.
Campus Security Services
Training/Group Presentations
Throughout the year, CSSP offers group presentations on Crime Prevention and Personal Safety. In conjunction with Student Wellness Services, CSSP coordinates training for Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications. Your or your department may join Security Personnel for Self-Defense and Use of Pepper Spray training by request. For more information on these presentations and training, call (951) 785-2222 or email security@lasierra.edu.
Citation Appeal
I Got a Citation. Now what?
- We recommend that you pay your citation as soon as possible in order to avoid any late fees.
- If you feel you have received a citation in error, you may appeal your citation at https://parking.lasierra.edu
- If your vehicle is registered but you do not pay or appeal the citation, both it and a late fee will added to your student account.
- If your vehicle is not registered and you do not pay or appeal your citation, one of our officers may put a boot put on your car or have your car impounded at the owners expense until the citations are paid and vehicle is registered with our office.
Patrol Services
Campus Safety & Security is responsible for the deployment of all security personnel on and around the university and its facilities. CSSP is staffed by full-time, part-time, and student employees. CSSP officers coordinate getting medical, fire, and other emergency personnel to situations on campus. Patrol Services patrols campus on foot, by bicycle, and in marked and an unmarked fully equipped patrol vehicle's and utilizes a canine unit for prevention, officer safety, and intrusion alarm response. In emergency situations, CSSP will coordinate with Emergency personnel, such as police, ambulance, and fire to get them to the scene as soon as possible. In addition, officers will help with special events and crowd control.
Other Services
- Need a ride? If you need to get to Wellness Services, are uncomfortable walking alone at night, or are injured/having a difficult time moving around, we can give you a ride. We are happy to escort you to any location on campus. Scheduled rides can also be arranged through the Office of Accessibility Services (951.785.2347).
- Car won’t start? Our officers have devices to help jump-start your car. Just give us a call. Get locked out? If you accidentally lock your keys in your car, let us know and we will do our best to help you out.
- Flat tire? While our officers are not mechanics, they may be able to change a tire and can assist you in putting on the spare.
We are a Green Campus
Our department does its best to make our campus “greener” by assigning you to the parking lot closest to the majority of your classrooms. Walking between classes will help reduce the carbon footprint for ours, and future generations. We also participate with a RideShare Program that offers incentives for those who carpool, ride the bus, bicycle, walk, or use an all-electric vehicle for commuting to work. Contact us for more information.
Personal Safety Tips
- Trust your instincts. If you suspect that something is wrong, or a situation seems dangerous, you may be right! Do not ignore suspicious people, cars, or situations. Report them to Security or the Police immediately.
- Avoid dangerous situations. Do not invite trouble. Use your best judgment about where you go and what you do.
- Walk to your car with your key in your hand and look in your vehicle before getting into it to see if anyone is inside. Also, be aware of your surroundings and individuals as you approach your vehicle.
- Keep valuables out of sight in the trunk.
- Lock your car and use locking devise(s). Such as a Club, alarm, kill switch, etc. Never leave your car parked, running, and unattended.
- Be aware of bushes and tight corners you can not see around.
- Call Security for an escort in the evening or walk with a friend.
- If someone attempts to rape, assault, or abduct you, follow your instincts. Attract attention by blowing a whistle or screaming, run, hit, bite, or use other forms of self-defense. Do whatever comes naturally and do it immediately!
- Your goal is to escape and survive. Escaping and surviving an attack are the most important considerations. Keep them in mind as you act and react. Remember, each emergency is different and only YOU can decide what action is best.
- If a crime does happen, report it to Security and the Police as soon as possible. Important information to remember: time of the incident, person’s appearance (height, weight, clothing, scars, hair, etc.), and car’s make, model, color, and especially its license number.
- When leaving your office (if applicable), close and lock windows and doors. Do not leave purses unattended and unsecured.