Public Safety - Sustaining the Best Possible Environment for Learning

Our Public Safety Department works to create and maintain a safe campus environment for students, employees and visitors. The department has district-wide responsibilities at all four campuses and the evening centers.

Follow these links for important campus security information:
Administration and Command Staff
Hours of Operation
Department Training
Tip Line
School Closing
Campus Parking
Shuttle Service
Frequently Asked Questions
Crime Prevention & Newsletter (coming soon)

Campus Information
Area Crime Statistics
Clery Act Summary
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Sex Offender Registry

Hours of Operation:

All campuses are monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. The campuses are staffed by Officers throughout the day and evening. Times vary based on the specific campus needs.

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Contact Us

Public Safety Office -
Milwaukee Campus
700 West State Street
Room M274
Staffed: 24/7/365
Emergency: 414-297-6200
Non-emergency: 414-297-6588
publicsafety@matc.edu

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Administration and Command Staff

The Department of Public Safety has a Director of Public Safety, Deputy Director, Lieutenants, Sergeants, Public Safety Officers and Student Assistants.

Director/Chief of Public Safety: Bradford Hines
700 West State Street
Milwaukee WI 53233
414-297-7035
hinesbe@matc.edu

Lieutenant Jennifer Shevey
700 West State Street
Milwaukee WI 53233
414-297-6516
sheveyj@matc.edu

Lieutenant Gary Meyer
700 West State Street
Milwaukee WI 53233
414-297-6515
meyergl1@matc.edu

Lieutenant John Andrews
700 West State Street
Milwaukee WI 53233
414-297-6515
andrewjj@matc.edu

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Department Training

Public Safety Department professionals undergo an extensive, annual training program, including:

• CPR/AED
• First aid
• Defensive driving
• Defense and arrest tactics
• Emergency Management Training

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Tip Line

The Department of Public Safety offers an anonymous "tip line" to report suspicious activity on campus. The department frequently checks this line and will address each call. Call 414-297-8477 with your tips and information.

If the situation demands an immediate response, contact the Emergency Response Center at 414-297-6588 (non-emergency number) or 414-297-6200 (emergency).

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School Closing

MATC may close due to severe weather or other emergencies. The official closing announcement is made on Milwaukee Public Television, Channel 10. You can also call 414-297-6561 or visit matc.edu.

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Parking Handbook

For campus-specific parking information, go to:

Milwaukee Campus
Mequon Campus
Oak Creek Campus
West Allis Campus

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Shuttle Service

The Department of Public Safety offers a free shuttle van service for Milwaukee Campus students, faculty and staff Monday through Friday when school is in session. The van will drive you to your vehicle or bus stop within the campus area from 6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. and from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. when evening classes are not in session.

Note: The van services riders from the Milwaukee Campus to the 6th & Wells parking structure only from 6 - 9 a.m. and 3 - 5 p.m.

Pick-up/drop-off delays may occur due to volume of customers, traffic, construction and driver shift changes.

Shuttle van pick-up and drop-off locations:
6th Street, east side of the Main Building
7th Street (near the Foundation Hall building entrance)
6th and Wells Street (at the Times Square parking structure)

Van service boundaries:
North - Cherry Street
South - Wisconsin Avenue
East - 3rd Street
West - 12th Street

When the van is not in service, Public Safety will provide you with a walking escort. Call 414-297-6588 to arrange.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact us.

Where is Public Safety located?
Public Safety Public Safety Office, Room M274
Public Safety District Administration, Room M276

Does Public Safety have a presence at the four MATC campuses?
Yes, we have Public Safety Officers assigned to each campus

How do I file a report on campus?
You may file a report by contacting the Public Safety Office (414-297-6588 Room M274) at the Milwaukee Campus, where dispatch will assign a Public Safety Officer to handle your report at any campus.

How do I locate a student?
The Public Safety Office can assist you if you have an emergency that can be verified.

When is MATC open?

• Milwaukee Campus: Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. -10 p.m.; Saturdays, 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Mequon Campus: Monday -Thursday, 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Oak Creek Campus: Monday -Friday, 7 a.m. -10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• West Allis Campus: Monday - Thursday, 6 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. (until 9:30 when Weekend College is in session). Saturday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. (for Weekend College).

Note: Times listed are when classes are in session. Campuses are closed Sundays and holidays.

How do I get the escort van?
By visiting or contacting the Public Safety Office, Room M274, 414-297-6588 and requesting a pick-up at either the 6th Street Main Building entrance or on 7th Street. More information is provided in the Shuttle Service section.

Can I take any locker?
All lockers not marked "Reserved" can be used on a first-come basis. However locks and contents must be removed at the end of each semester.

Where do I park?
Numerous places are available. See the Parking section.

Why does my class schedule show 700 West State Street?
700 West State Street is the official mailing address for MATC. Your schedule should have a room number listed with proceeding letter. That letter indicates the building your class is located in.

Can you help me find my classroom?
Of course. You may ask any Public Safety Officer.

What do I do if I get sick or injured on campus?
Public Safety Officers are trained as medical emergency first responders. If more advanced care is needed, the dispatcher will contact 911.

Where is Lost and Found and how long do you hold the items.
Lost and Found is located at the Public Safety Office, Room M274. Items are kept for 30 days.

Are there ATMs on campus?
Yes. They are located:

• Milwaukee Campus: Third floor of the Student Center.
• Mequon Campus: First floor, near the cafeteria.
• Oak Creek Campus: First floor, near Student Services.
• West Allis Campus: First floor, near the cafeteria.

Where is the MATC College Bookstore?
At the Milwaukee Campus, the College Bookstore is located on the ground floor of the 8th and State Street parking structure. At the Mequon, Oak Creek and West Allis campuses, bookstores are located on the first floor.

What do I do if I have car problems on campus?
Public Safety does not unlock vehicles or provide a "jump start." We can provide you with telephone access and numbers to local vehicle service centers that can assist you.

What if I get stuck in an elevator?
Stay calm and push the alarm button located on the panel. This will automatically call the Public Safety Office for immediate assistance. A Public Safety Officer will be dispatched to your location and, if necessary, Building Services and/or the elevator company will be called for further assistance.

What can I do to be proactive about campus safety?
MATC campuses are very safe, but no public area can be 100%, guaranteed completely safe at all times. It's best to use common sense no matter where you live, work or attend school. Especially when walking to your vehicle or bus stop, walk with a friend/classmate, use well-lit routes and be aware of your surroundings, utilize the Public Safety Escort Van, and report any suspicious activities to Public Safety.

Where can I smoke on campus?
All campus buildings are smoke-free. Smoking is only permitted 25 feet from most campus entryways. Signs are posted.

How are students, employees and visitors notified if the campus is being evacuated?
On the extremely rare occurrence when an evacuation would be necessary, an announcement will be made over the campus-wide PA system. Listen carefully to the announcement. It will be repeated and will give you clear instructions. If you have any questions, ask your instructor for assistance. During an evacuation, leave the building in a calm, orderly manner and assist those who need help, if possible. If you are unable to assist, inform someone who can. Do not re-enter the building until told to do so by Public Safety or city police or fire personnel.

How do I find out if the campus is open during a snow storm?
Call our "Weather Phone" at 414-297-6561 for any school closings or tune to Milwaukee Public Television, Channel 10. For more information, see the School Closing section.

Do I need an MATC I.D. to enter the labs and library?
Yes, a current school year MATC Student ID is needed to accesss any campus services and should be carried at all times.

If I need to file a report with Public Safety, how do I get a copy?
Make a request in writing to the Director of Public Safety.

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Campus Information - Area Crime Statistics

The following links provide access to crime reports from each local police department:

Mequon Campus: Mequon Police Department
http://www.ci.mequon.wi.us/index.asp

Milwaukee Campus: Milwaukee Police Department
www.milwaukee.gov/police

Oak Creek Campus: Oak Creek Police Department
www.oakcreekwi.org/City%20Departments/police/index.htm

West Allis Campus: West Allis Police Department
www.ci.west-allis.wi.us/police/police_welcome.htm

PDF reports:
MATC Crime Statistics 2005-2007
MATC Crime Statistics-graph 2005-2007

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Clery Act Summary

The act's provisions are:

• Schools must publish an annual report disclosing campus security policies and three years of selected crime statistics.
• Schools must make timely warnings to the campus community about crimes that pose an ongoing threat to students and employees.
• Each institution with a police or security department must have a public crime log.
  (See district daily reports at each campus Public Safety Office)
• The United States Department of Education collects and disseminates the crime statistics.
• Campus sexual assault victims are assured of certain basic rights.
• Schools that fail to comply may be fined by the Department of Education.

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

For additional information or technical assistance regarding FERPA:
1-202-260-3887 (TDD, 1-800-877-8339)
Family Policy Compliance Office, United States Department of Education,
400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-5920

Sex Offender Registry

Milwaukee Area Technical College uses a state-run, public accessible website for information on sex registered offenders. The site is: http://offender.doc.state.wi.us/public/

MATC Public Safety has information available for review on individuals classified as Registered Sex Offenders

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