over 72 hours will be ticketed, booted and subject to towing. |
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A vehicle that blocks fire lanes, handicapped access, etc., will be ticketed and possibly towed. |
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A vehicle illegally parked in a reserved space will be ticketed, booted or towed. |
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Vehicles with three( 3) or more unpaid tickets each academic year will be booted or possibly towed and may lose their parking |
privileges for the following academic year. |
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A ticketed vehicle whose owner or driver is unidentified will be booted or towed. |
Parking is permitted only in lined spaces in the appropriate parking lots. Under no condition is parking permitted in fire zones, along driveways, on the grass, loading bays, or in any area which could create a safety hazard.
Parking is assigned in the following manner: Faculty / Staff- Connelly Faculty Center Lot N, St. Bernard Hall Lot A, Frances M. Maguire Hall Lot R, and University Hall lots C and D. Upper Class Resident Students- Loyola Hall and Valie Genuardi Hall lots only – identified as Lots H and P on the campus map. First Year Resident Students- will be assigned parking spaces in the Valie Genuardi Hall lot only – identified as Lot P on the campus map. Commuter Students- Any lot NOT designated for faculty, staff or resident students. Visitors- The Griffin Complex Lot – identified as Lot F on the campus map or designated issued guest permit location.
Theft or Vandalism Please report all accidents or incidents of theft or vandalism to vehicles immediately to Public Safety by calling 215-641-5522. Gwynedd Mercy University is not liable for damages to vehicles that result from accidents, theft, vandalism or being struck by a ball from one of the University athletics fields.
Driving on Campus The speed limit on campus is 15 mph. Speed bumps and traffic signs are located at strategic points on campus for your safety and the safety of others. Multiple moving or parking violations may result in the revocation of parking privileges.
Parking Committee The Parking Committee meets periodically to address parking issues on campus. The committee consists of faculty, staff and students. For more information on the parking committee, or if you would like bring a concern to the committee, please contact Public Safety at 215-641-5522.
Parking Appeals Board The Parking Appeals Board meets periodically during each semester to review appeals of traffic citations. This committee is made up of faculty, staff and students.
Public Relations / Marketing Communications
The Office of Marketing Communications retains the right to photograph and take video of members of the Gwynedd Mercy University community for publicity purposes, including sharing with the media, posting on social media, and using in print, digital and other promotional materials. Any students who prefer that such information not be shared should file a“ No Publicity Form” in the Marketing Communications office in Assumption Hall. Students can also can send their requests in writing to Gwynedd Mercy University, Marketing Communications Office, 1325 Sumneytown Pike, P. O. Box 901, Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437-0901.
Reporting a Crime All Gwynedd Mercy University community members and guests are encouraged to report emergencies and suspected criminal activity to the Department of Public Safety immediately. Reports can be made in a variety of ways:
• Call 9-1-1 for any EMERGENCY or Lower Gwynedd Police Department at 215-646-5302
• Call 215-641-5522( 21111 from on campus) to reach Public Safety Dispatch.
• Activate a blue light phone( strategically placed throughout campus) for a direct connection to the Department of Public Safety.
• Activate a fire pull station within any building when smoke or fire is observed within any GMercyU academic, residential, and office buildings.
• In person at the Public Safety Building located within St. Brigid Hall.
When reporting a crime or emergency:
• Remain calm.
• Give the location of the incident to include the building name, room number, or the area name( e. g., Siena Hall, room #, etc.).
• Identify yourself and give a callback telephone number. Your identity will remain private if you wish; however, it is important we are able to contact you if we need additional information.
• State the incident you are reporting( e. g., theft, medical emergency, fire, etc.).
• Describe the scene: who is involved, how many people are at the scene, if medical treatment is being given or needed, a description of involved parties, and other relevant information.
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