SGA passes new safety resolution

TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — On Tuesday, the Student Government Association (SGA) passed resolution 70-001 to promote campus safety.

The resolution comes after weeks of increased conversations about how to keep Troy students, faculty, and staff safe. SGA Executive Vice President Jayden McQueen said the resolution was prompted by concerns from Troy’s student body as well as Troy University Police Department’s safety measures that were proposed earlier in the semester.

“We were asked what we planned to do about the events that happened in September regarding a shooting,” McQueen said. “Of course, the Troy University Police Department are experts on the situation.

“We have a strong partnership with them, and we believe their requests for security and safety features could help protect our students and help deter emergency situations.”

The resolution includes suggestions like metal detectors, improved surveillance systems, and bag policies.

“These policies have been proven at other universities to increase safety and promote a positive event experience,” McQueen said. “Proactive investment in safety measures demonstrates Troy University’s commitment to the protection and comfort of all individuals attending campus events.”

Troy University Police Chief George Beaudry, who has been a staunch supporter of updating Troy’s security measures, is glad to see that progress is being made.

“I truly appreciate that the student government association is taking a stand and trying to help push through some of these measures that we have discussed,” Beaudry said. “I think it’s important that Troy’s administration here’s these things not just from me.

“I would appreciate it if we would consider swifter action and a timeline of how or what we are going to do to make campus a safer place.”

It is important to note that TUPD’s recommended safety measures have not yet been implemented. Resolution 70-001 only formally recommends Troy’s administration to consider those measures.