The City Council Regular Meeting on August 26, 2024, highlighted a significant incident involving local students and public safety. During the meeting, officials praised students for their quick action in reporting a suspicious vehicle on campus. The students promptly called 911 and informed the public safety department upon reaching the guard gate at the university.

In response to the report, deputies swiftly arrived on the scene and conducted a thorough search of the campus. They located the vehicle in question and arrested two individuals inside. It was later confirmed that the rifle seen in the vehicle was a BB gun, alleviating initial concerns about a potential threat.

This incident underscores the importance of community vigilance and the effective collaboration between students and law enforcement in ensuring campus safety. The council emphasized the need for ongoing communication and training to prepare students for similar situations in the future.