Security
Peralta seeks proposals for new security vendors
The district says it will work with up to four new firms to deliver “community-based” safety and security services, in line with its new Holistic Safety and Wellness Plan.
Nelzy Gonzalez-Zaragoza, Staff Writer
• May 30, 2025
Peralta community members now have access to new safety and security app
New security app will help address safety concerns from students
Nelzy Gonzalez-Zaragoza, Staff Writer
• May 3, 2025
Interview and security updates with Peralta’s Interim Executive Director of Public Safety Abdul Pridgen
Prigden speaks with The Citizen about his experience as a long-time police officer and a new proposal to form a Peralta-led police force through a “hybrid model”.
Stephon Autery, Staff Writer
• March 1, 2025
Gilkerson quells Pell grant fears during federal freeze: “This executive order does NOT impact your financial aid”
A White House memo mandating a freeze on all federal grants left students nationwide concerned about their financial aid.
Desmond Meagley, Editor in Chief
• January 29, 2025
New hybrid safety model proposed for Peralta Community College District
Peralta safety director suggests employing ‘sworn and non-sworn’ personnel
Ivan Saravia, Staff Writer
• October 3, 2024
Laney issues safety advisory after vehicle theft in parking lot
Li Khan, Editor in Chief
• July 12, 2024
Breaking: PCCD appoints former San Leandro police chief to Interim Executive Director of Public Safety
Abdul Pridgen will lead the district’s community-based safety program
Li Khan, Editor in Chief
• June 21, 2024
VC of General Services retires
New security survey, search for PCCD General Counsel, and more announced today
Eliot Faine, Staff Writer
• April 22, 2024
Knowledge Saves Lives to receive new contract for security study
Isabelly Sabô Barbosa, Social Media Editor
• April 8, 2024
Sunshine Week 2024: Spotlighting public records
A multi-year investigation into public records related to campus security, public funds, and more
Li Khan, Editor in Chief
• March 17, 2024
PCCD public safety director Tim Thomas pleads no contest, receives six months probation for battery charge
PRA update: Thomas ‘did not apply/request to work remotely’ on day of DUI/concealed carry charge, district says
Lylah Schmedel, Managing Editor
• March 13, 2024
PCCD Trustees to vote on $6 million Marina contract
$63.7 million amendment to BCC’s Milvia Street Expansion also on agenda
Sam O’Neil, Associate Editor
• February 27, 2024
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The event aims to bring community members of all ages together, while fundraising for the Peralta Colleges Foundation.
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