This project addresses four key aspects of security across Montgomery College properties and is designed to protect not only students and community members, but also the extensive educational facilities, equipment, and resources housed within the College's buildings. The Office of Public Safety, Health, and Emergency Management is working to replace, upgrade, and expand security technology across all three campuses and auxiliary facilities throughout Montgomery County. This effort includes investments in cameras, access controls, portable radios, dispatch workstations, and other critical security infrastructure.

Our top priority at this time is transitioning from the College's internal radio system to the Montgomery County radio system. Dedicated radio channels have already been assigned by the county, and integration with local first responders will allow true interoperable communications during emergencies. Funding is being sought to purchase portable radios and dispatch workstations needed for this transition.

In addition, the College requires a new Video Management System (VMS). As the camera network has expanded, the absence of an overarching system makes it difficult to effectively conduct forensic analysis following incidents. A VMS will streamline operations and strengthen investigative capacity. Finally, we aim to integrate artificial intelligence into our camera system. This technology will enable proactive detection of potential threats, such as displayed weapons, medical emergencies (e.g., falls), crowd surges, fence jumping, or unusual movements like people on rooftops. By leveraging AI, the College will be able to identify threats more quickly and enhance response capabilities before community members can report them.

Additionally, the College has a need for continued expansion of access control on buildings that currently do not have any ability to secure remotely or control who has access to the facility. It is critical the College has standardized access control implemented on all campuses and buildings to provide the highest level of security and ability to secure them immediately and safely in the event of a lockdown situation or active assailant situation.