Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis has announced that $2 million in federal funding has been secured for the College of Staten Island (CSI). The funds are designated for the creation of a Public Safety Center within the college’s library, which will serve as a centralized hub for emergency services, safety information, and support resources. The funding will also be used to improve technology and install additional security cameras throughout the campus.
Malliotakis stated, “This $2 million in federal funding I secured for the College of Staten Island is an investment in the safety and well-being of our community. At a time when campus safety is more important than ever, this funding will strengthen preparedness, improve coordination, and help ensure CSI remains a safe, secure environment for learning and community engagement. The establishment of a centralized Public Safety Center will provide a single, easily accessible location for emergency services and essential support resources.”
Timothy Lynch, President of the College of Staten Island, commented on the allocation: “This year’s allocation of nearly $2 million will allow our colleagues in public safety to have greater visibility into issues that are arising on campus, provide a safe and welcoming environment for not just our students, but for our community members, and allow them to do the jobs that are so critically necessary during this time in higher education.”
The planned Public Safety Center aims to enhance both student and community safety by offering a central resource where individuals can access critical services conveniently. Recent incidents across U.S. campuses involving violence and harassment have highlighted the importance of proactive measures to ensure security at educational institutions.
Previously, in 2024, Malliotakis helped secure $2.9 million for a new STEM Lab at CSI. That project supported construction efforts as well as upgrades to science and technology labs with modern equipment.
Nicole Malliotakis currently represents New York’s 11th district in Congress after replacing Max Rose in 2021. She has served as U.S. Representative since 2021 following ten years in the New York State Assembly from 2011 to 2021. Born in New York City in 1980, Malliotakis resides in Staten Island. She holds degrees from Seton Hall University and Wagner College.
