Curt Acredolo (cracredolo@ucdavis.edu)
Mon, 29 Nov 1999 17:14:17 -0800
From: UCD Directives <ucddirectives@ucdavis.edu>
Subject: Directive #99-138: World Trade Organization Meeting
UC DAVIS: Vice Chancellor--Administration
November 29, 1999
DEANS, DIRECTORS, DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSONS AND
AND CAMPUS/UCDMC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS
Re: World Trade Organization Meeting
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is meeting in Seattle, Washington from
November 30- December 3, 1999. Activists from all over the world are targeting
this event as a time to make a statement in support of their cause. Tens of
thousands of protestors are scheduled to be in Seattle during this time
period.
In the past three weeks there have been two separate incidents at
universities in Washington State involving either the release of laboratory
animals or the destruction of laboratory equipment. Hundreds of transgenic
fruit trees were also destroyed over the weekend in British Columbia. This
weekend our police officers contacted two individuals who had put up posters on
campus regarding the WTO meeting.
Even though we are not currently aware of planned activities at UC Davis
during this time period, the following guidelines are presented to assist you
should your classroom, laboratory or work space be the target of disruptive
activities or threatening calls.
BURGLARY, THEFT OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY
Be aware that your laboratory, fields, greenhouses, or workspace may be a
target for vandalism. Where possible, take precautionary measures to
safeguard your computers, other equipment and records.
Your facility should be secure at all times. Make sure all doors and windows
are properly secured and functioning appropriately.
If you discover a classroom, laboratory or workspace that has been broken
into or vandalized, do not touch anything. Call the UC Davis Police Department
at 752-1230 immediately. Do not permit others to enter the vandalized area
until the police have arrived and authorized entry. Please advise the
responding police officers of any hazardous chemicals or biohazards in the
vicinity.
UC Davis is dedicated to providing you and your students with the protection
you need to continue your teaching and research. During this period of time,
the police will provide additional patrols and increase their presence and
visibility. Following the above guidelines will assist us in helping you.
Should you feel the need for an on-site review of your facility's security,
please call the Police Crime Prevention Unit at 752-6589.
Janet C. Hamilton
Vice ChancellorAdministration
Kevin M. Smith
Vice Chancellor-Research
99-138
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