Category: Public Safety and Facilities Announcements

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

On Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11, in cooperation with the Minneapolis Police Department, technicians from Hyundai will be on site in the parking lot of the old K-Mart building at 10 W Lake St. to provide free security upgrades for Hyundai vehicles that have been affected by an issue that leaves them vulnerable to theft.

The event will run each day from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Visit the Department of Public Safety website for the full details of this event.

Full Event Details

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

Election day is tomorrow and Augsburg University will be observing a holiday to allow people a chance to get to the polls and vote. Please see below for building hours during the Election Day holiday on November 7.

– Christensen Center (polling location) – Open to the public 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
– Lindell Library – Open via fob access 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
– Athletic Facilities – Open normal hours via fob access, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
– All other academic buildings – closed
– Residence halls – normal operations

Normal building hours will resume on Wednesday, November 8. Please call the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717, or email publicsafety@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

Election day is quickly approaching and Augsburg University will be observing a holiday to allow people a chance to get to the polls and vote. Please see below for building hours during the Election Day holiday on November 7.

– Christensen Center (polling location) – Open to the public 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
– Lindell Library – Open via fob access 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
– Athletic Facilities – Open normal hours via fob access, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
– All other academic buildings – closed
– Resident halls – normal operations

Normal building hours will resume on Wednesday, November 8. Please call the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717, or email publicsafety@augsburg.edu if you have any questions.

submitted by fillbran@augsburg.edu

The Lindell Library has had some issues with the study room booking system over the past week. We are happy to announce that we have updated the way room reservations work, and students, faculty, and staff can now reserve spaces using their Augsburg email address.

If you previously reserved a study room for this week or next week, please resubmit your reservation into the new system. We apologize for the inconvenience.

-Your Friendly Librarians in the Lindell Library

Study Room Reservation page

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is offering a series of active shooter preparedness sessions to faculty and staff this fall.

Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. And because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes—before law enforcement arrives on the scene—individuals must be prepared to very quickly make a determination about what is occurring and what potential actions to take, usually without official reports or instructions.

These in-person preparedness sessions will review the recommended “Run, Hide, or Fight” protocol and equip you to think in advance about the various response options in different locations on campus.

Register for Active Shooter Preparedness

The sessions are scheduled for:

* TODAY – Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
* Thursday, October 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* ALL SPOTS FILLED – Friday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is offering a series of active shooter preparedness sessions to faculty and staff this fall.

Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. And because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes—before law enforcement arrives on the scene—individuals must be prepared to very quickly make a determination about what is occurring and what potential actions to take, usually without official reports or instructions.

These in-person preparedness sessions will review the recommended “Run, Hide, or Fight” protocol and equip you to think in advance about the various response options in different locations on campus.

Register for Active Shooter Preparedness

The sessions are scheduled for:

* Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
* Thursday, October 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* Friday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is offering a series of active shooter preparedness sessions to faculty and staff this fall.

Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. And because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes—before law enforcement arrives on the scene—individuals must be prepared to very quickly make a determination about what is occurring and what potential actions to take, usually without official reports or instructions.

These in-person preparedness sessions will review the recommended “Run, Hide, or Fight” protocol and equip you to think in advance about the various response options in different locations on campus.

Register for Active Shooter Preparedness

The sessions are scheduled for:

* Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
* Thursday, October 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* Friday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is offering a series of active shooter preparedness sessions to faculty and staff this fall.

Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. And because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes—before law enforcement arrives on the scene—individuals must be prepared to very quickly make a determination about what is occurring and what potential actions to take, usually without official reports or instructions.

These in-person preparedness sessions will review the recommended “Run, Hide, or Fight” protocol and equip you to think in advance about the various response options in different locations on campus.

Register for Active Shooter Preparedness Training

The training sessions are scheduled for:

* Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
* Thursday, October 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* Friday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

submitted by gubrud@augsburg.edu

Augsburg is offering a series of active shooter preparedness sessions to faculty and staff this fall.

Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve quickly. And because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes—before law enforcement arrives on the scene—individuals must be prepared to very quickly make a determination about what is occurring and what potential actions to take, usually without official reports or instructions.

These in-person preparedness sessions will review the recommended “Run, Hide, or Fight” protocol and equip you to think in advance about the various response options in different locations on campus.

Register for Active Shooter Preparedness Training

The training sessions are scheduled for:

* Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
* Thursday, October 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
* Friday, November 3 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

submitted by krajewsk@augsburg.edu

Please watch out for two recent phishing emails with the titles “ASSESSMENT REVIEW REPORT FOR ALL MEMBERS” and “FREE DOWNSIZING AND GIVEAWAY ITEMS FOR ALL STUDENTS / STAFFS.”  The first email in particular tries to trick you into entering your password into an online form.  The second email is trying to get money from you.

In both cases you should mark them as spam to train Google’s spam filter.  If you are concerned that the first email did trick you then you should change your password on Inside Augsburg – under “Account Utilities.” 

Also, pay close attention when you get Duo pushes on your phone. Duo tells you the location from where the push originated. A strange location is a red flag. If you’re not expecting a push you should deny it and change your password. That means someone is trying to login to your account.

If IT or Google detects your account has been compromised it will be disabled and you will need to contact IT to get access again.  Students can contact the Tech Desk for help and faculty and staff can contact the LFCs for help.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be here on Tuesday, October 3rd from 7-9am to replace the water meter for the building. This will affect all plumbing during this time. Contact Facilities Management with any questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be out to replace a water meter for Foss Building this Friday, September 29th between 7-9am. Contact Facilities Management with questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be out to replace a water meter for Foss Building this Friday, September 29th between 7-9am. Contact Facilities Management with questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be out to replace a water meter for Foss Building this Friday, September 29th between 7-9am. Contact Facilities Management with questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The water will be shut off for Anderson Hall on Monday, September 25th from 9am- 11am to complete plumbing repairs in the building. Contact the Facilities Department with any questions.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Recently, a number of vehicles (both with and without permits) have been parking in Lot K in spaces that aren’t parking spots. We’ve seen individuals parked along the grass by the entrance; over the striped, diagonal lines; and double parked by actual parking spots.

Regardless of whether you have a permit or not, if you’re parked in a way that obstructs traffic in the parking lots, your vehicle may be towed at the owner’s expense.

Thank you for your patience with parking on campus and for choosing not to obstruct traffic even when frustrated with limited parking spots. If you have any questions, please feel free to email parking@augsburg.edu.

submitted by harri@augsburg.edu

Attention Hyundai and Kia owners –

Augsburg has experienced a number of attempted and completed auto thefts on our campus. Almost all of these incidents involved either Kia or Hyundai vehicles. This is consistent with a trend that has been occurring within the City of Minneapolis as well as across the country. We strongly encourage owners of these makes of vehicles to take extra precautions. Use of a steering wheel lock or other anti- theft device is recommended. Such devices are available on-line and at many auto part stores. We also suggest Hyundai and Kia owners check with their dealerships to see if there are any recalls or software upgrades available for their vehicle.

The incidents that have occurred on campus and in the surrounding community are under investigation by the Minneapolis Police. Augsburg Department of Public Safety continues to patrol the campus to both deter and detect criminal and/or suspicious activity. We urge anyone who observes suspicious behavior to contact us through Dispatch at 612-330-1717.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Please don’t park in parking lots H and J unless you have the proper permit. Lot H is reserved for Institutional Advancement staff and their guests. Lot J is reserved for both Admission tours and new candidates for open Augsburg jobs. Employee and student permits are not valid in Lots H and J. If you park in these lots without the proper permit from Institutional Advancement, Admissions, or Human Resources, you will be subject to being ticketed.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact parking@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has transitioned to a virtual parking permit system this semester. Your permit status will be verified electronically based on your license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots. DPS is still providing hang tags as a backup method during the initial weeks of the semester, but they will not be used after the fall term.

DON’T GET TICKETED!
MPS, our parking vendor, will begin enforcement through the new system on September 11, 2023. The fine for a parking violation is $35 for a previously registered vehicle and $52 for an unregistered vehicle.

NEED A PERMIT?
Login to the MPS SentryLink website via the Parking Services link on Inside Augsburg using your Augsburg email address to purchase a parking permit, add or edit vehicle information, or pay a parking violation.

IF YOU DON’T DRIVE EVERY DAY …
The new system makes it easier to purchase a $5 daily (visitor) permit. This supports a more sustainable mix of commuting methods for Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus and only need to park occasionally. Purchase a daily permit at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login or by downloading the Sentry Mobile app. Email address and license plate number are required at the time of purchase. There is a 10-minute grace period after parking begins in which to purchase a permit.

GUEST PARKING
Guests on official university business park for free, but departments should contact parking@augsburg.edu at least one week in advance with the guest’s email address, visit details, and license plate number to obtain a permit.

GOT QUESTIONS?
Contact parking@augsburg.edu with any questions. Complete information and frequently asked questions are available on the DPS website: https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/

Download a quick reference guide to the new parking system here.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Please don’t park in parking lots H and J unless you have the proper permit. Lot H is reserved for Institutional Advancement guests. Lot J is reserved for both Admission tours and new candidates for open Augsburg jobs. Employee and student permits are not valid in Lots H and J. If you park in these lots without the proper permit from Institutional Advancement, Admissions, or Human Resources, you will be subject to being ticketed.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact parking@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has transitioned to a virtual parking permit system this semester. Your permit status will be verified electronically based on your license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots. DPS is still providing hang tags as a backup method during the initial weeks of the semester, but they will not be used after the fall term.

DON’T GET TICKETED!
MPS, our parking vendor, will begin enforcement through the new system on September 11, 2023. The fine for a parking violation is $35 for a previously registered vehicle and $52 for an unregistered vehicle.

NEED A PERMIT?
Login to the MPS SentryLink website via the Parking Services link on Inside Augsburg using your Augsburg email address to purchase a parking permit, add or edit vehicle information, or pay a parking violation.

IF YOU DON’T DRIVE EVERY DAY …
The new system makes it easier to purchase a $5 daily (visitor) permit. This supports a more sustainable mix of commuting methods for Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus and only need to park occasionally. Purchase a daily permit at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login or by downloading the Sentry Mobile app. Email address and license plate number are required at the time of purchase. There is a 10-minute grace period after parking begins in which to purchase a permit.

GUEST PARKING
Guests on official university business park for free, but departments should contact parking@augsburg.edu at least one week in advance with the guest’s email address, visit details, and license plate number to obtain a permit.

GOT QUESTIONS?
Contact parking@augsburg.edu with any questions. Complete information and frequently asked questions are available on the DPS website: https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/

Download a quick reference guide to the new parking system here.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Dear Augsburg community,

Please don’t park in parking lots H and J unless you have the proper permit. Lot H is reserved for Institutional Advancement staff and their guests. Lot J is reserved for both Admission tours and new candidates for open Augsburg jobs. Employee and student permits are not valid in Lots H and J. If you park in these lots without the proper permit from Institutional Advancement, Admissions, or Human Resources, you will be subject to being ticketed.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact parking@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has transitioned to a virtual parking permit system this semester. Your permit status will be verified electronically based on your license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots. DPS is still providing hang tags as a backup method during the initial weeks of the semester, but they will not be used after the fall term.

DON’T GET TICKETED!
MPS, our parking vendor, will begin enforcement through the new system on September 11, 2023. The fine for a parking violation is $35 for a previously registered vehicle and $52 for an unregistered vehicle.

NEED A PERMIT?
Login to the MPS SentryLink website via the Parking Services link on Inside Augsburg using your Augsburg email address to purchase a parking permit, add or edit vehicle information, or pay a parking violation.

IF YOU DON’T DRIVE EVERY DAY …
The new system makes it easier to purchase a $5 daily (visitor) permit. This supports a more sustainable mix of commuting methods for Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus and only need to park occasionally. Purchase a daily permit at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login or by downloading the Sentry Mobile app. Email address and license plate number are required at the time of purchase. There is a 10-minute grace period after parking begins in which to purchase a permit.

GUEST PARKING
Guests on official university business park for free, but departments should contact parking@augsburg.edu at least one week in advance with the guest’s email address, visit details, and license plate number to obtain a permit.

GOT QUESTIONS?
Contact parking@augsburg.edu with any questions. Complete information and frequently asked questions are available on the DPS website: https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/

Download a quick reference guide to the new parking system here.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has transitioned to a virtual parking permit system this semester. Your permit status will be verified electronically based on your license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots. DPS is still providing hang tags as a backup method during the initial weeks of the semester, but they will not be used after the fall term.

DON’T GET TICKETED!
MPS, our parking vendor, will begin enforcement through the new system on September 11, 2023. The fine for a parking violation is $35 for a previously registered vehicle and $52 for an unregistered vehicle.

NEED A PERMIT?
Login to the MPS SentryLink website via the Parking Services link on Inside Augsburg using your Augsburg email address to purchase a parking permit, add or edit vehicle information, or pay a parking violation.

IF YOU DON’T DRIVE EVERY DAY …
The new system makes it easier to purchase a $5 daily (visitor) permit. This supports a more sustainable mix of commuting methods for Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus and only need to park occasionally. Purchase a daily permit at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login or by downloading the Sentry Mobile app. Email address and license plate number are required at the time of purchase. There is a 10-minute grace period after parking begins in which to purchase a permit.

GUEST PARKING
Guests on official university business park for free, but departments should contact parking@augsburg.edu at least one week in advance with the guest’s email address, visit details, and license plate number to obtain a permit.

GOT QUESTIONS?
Contact parking@augsburg.edu with any questions. Complete information and frequently asked questions are available on the DPS website: https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/

Download a quick reference guide to the new parking system here.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has transitioned to a virtual parking permit system this semester. Your permit status will be verified electronically based on your license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots. DPS is still providing hang tags as a backup method during the initial weeks of the semester, but they will not be used after the fall term.

DON’T GET TICKETED!
MPS, our parking vendor, will begin enforcement through the new system on September 11, 2023. The fine for a parking violation is $35 for a previously registered vehicle and $52 for an unregistered vehicle.

NEED A PERMIT?
Login to the MPS SentryLink website via the Parking Services link on Inside Augsburg using your Augsburg email address to purchase a parking permit, add or edit vehicle information, or pay a parking violation.

IF YOU DON’T DRIVE EVERY DAY …
The new system makes it easier to purchase a $5 daily (visitor) permit. This supports a more sustainable mix of commuting methods for Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus and only need to park occasionally. Purchase a daily permit at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login or by downloading the Sentry Mobile app. Email address and license plate number are required at the time of purchase. There is a 10-minute grace period after parking begins in which to purchase a permit.

GUEST PARKING
Guests on official university business park for free, but departments should contact parking@augsburg.edu at least one week in advance with the guest’s email address, visit details, and license plate number to obtain a permit.

GOT QUESTIONS?
Contact parking@augsburg.edu with any questions. Complete information and frequently asked questions are available on the DPS website: https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/

Download a quick reference guide to the new parking system here.

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

Hello Fellow Auggies,

This is a reminder that Monday, September 4 is Labor Day. While the University will be observing this holiday, student, staff and faculty fobs will remain active and will be able to access buildings around campus.

Lindell Library will be closed from 6:00 p.m. Friday, until 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Classrooms and meeting rooms will not be unlocked on Monday; if you need access to a classroom or meeting room, please contact the Department of Public Safety at (612) 330-1717. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 5.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

On Monday and Tuesday our fires safety contractor will be finishing their building fire system checks. The building schedules are as follows:

Monday 8/21—Science 7 a.m.-10 a.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Hagfors 7 a.m.-11 a.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Memorial Hall 11 a.m-1 p.m.
Tuesday 8/22–Christiansen Center 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Davey Tree Service is scheduled to remove a dead tree located on 21st Ave S next to the Hagsfor roundabout next Monday, August 21st at 8:30am. Barricades will be installed to block off the street until the service is complete. There will be no parking past the Anderson crosswalk beginning Monday morning. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Facilities Management or the Department of Public Safety.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Davey Tree Service is scheduled to remove a dead tree located on 21st Ave S next to the Hagsfor roundabout next Monday, August 21st at 8:30am. Barricades will be installed to block off the street until the service is complete. There will be no parking past the Anderson crosswalk beginning Monday morning. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Facilities Management or the Department of Public Safety.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual fire system testing continues today with the following buildings to be tested:

8/4–Foss Center
8/4–Hagfors

The following buildings will be tested next week Monday and Tuesday:

8/7–Ice Arena
8/7–Anderson Hall
8/7–Memorial Hall
8/8–Science/Sverdrup
8/8–SiMelby/Kennedy Hall
8/8–Oren Gateway Center
8/8–Old Main

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 parking permits are on sale now. Working with Municipal Parking Services (MPS), Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. One of the benefits of this system is that an easier process to purchase daily permits will support Auggies who bike or use public transit to get to campus in addition to occasional driving.

Thank you for your patience with the unexpected additional delay on the payroll deduction option for payment. This option is available now for faculty and staff.

***IMPORTANT: ACTION NEEDED***

To purchase a parking permit, you will first need to login to the MPS SentryLink parking website and update your password. All Augsburg user accounts are currently set up in the parking system with temporary passwords. You will not be able to purchase a parking permit without completing this step.

1) Select “Parking Services” on the Inside Augsburg website or visit the MPS SentryLink parking website at https://augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login

2) On your first login, select the “Forgot your SentryLink password?” option and enter your Augsburg email address. You will receive an automated email with instructions to reset your password.

3) Follow the prompts in the email to reset your password.

4) Login to the MPS SentryLink parking website using your Augsburg e-mail address and your new password.

Need help? Follow these step-by-step instructions: https://web.augsburg.edu/dps/Parking%20Documents/How%20to%20Login%20to%20Your%20Augsburg%20Parking%20Account%20and%20Purchase%20a%20Permit.pdf

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Tuesday, August 1
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4
– First-year commuter students

Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking for details and pricing.

Contact parking@augsburg.edu with questions.

FAQ on New Parking System

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

2023–24 parking permits are on sale now. Working with Municipal Parking Services (MPS), Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall.

Thank you for your patience with the unexpected additional delay on the payroll deduction option for payment. We have been working closely with MPS to address the issue, and anticipate that it will be resolved later today.

***IMPORTANT: ACTION NEEDED***

To purchase a parking permit, you will first need to login to the MPS SentryLink parking website and update your password. All Augsburg user accounts are currently set up in the parking system with temporary passwords. You will not be able to purchase a parking permit without completing this step.

1) Select “Parking Services” on the Inside Augsburg website or visit the MPS SentryLink parking website at augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login

2) On your first login, select the “Forgot your SentryLink password?” option and enter your Augsburg email address. You will receive an automated email with instructions to reset your password.

3) Follow the prompts in the email to reset your password.

4) Login to the MPS SentryLink parking website using your Augsburg e-mail address and your new password.

Need help? Follow these step-by-step instructions: https://web.augsburg.edu/dps/Parking%20Documents/How%20to%20Login%20to%20Your%20Augsburg%20Parking%20Account%20and%20Purchase%20a%20Permit.pdf

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Tuesday, August 1
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4
– First-year commuter students

Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking for details and pricing.

Contact parking@augsburg.edu with questions.

New Parking System FAQs

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual fire system testing continues this week with the following schedule:

8/3–Music building
8/3–Christensen Center
8/3–Luther Hall
8/4–Foss Center
8/4–Hagfors

The following buildings will be tested next week:

8/7–Ice Arena
8/7–Anderson Hall
8/7–Memorial Hall
8/8–Science/Sverdrup
8/8–SiMelby/Kennedy Hall
8/8–Oren Gateway Center
8/8–Old Main

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at Orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 parking permits are on sale now. Working with Municipal Parking Services (MPS), Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall.

Please note that the issue with payroll deduction not being available as a payment option was ongoing as of Tuesday evening. We anticipate that it will be resolved today and will notify campus by email at that time. Thank you for your patience!

***IMPORTANT: ACTION NEEDED***

To purchase a parking permit, you will first need to login to the MPS SentryLink parking website and update your password. All Augsburg user accounts are currently set up in the parking system with temporary passwords. You will not be able to purchase a parking permit without completing this step.

1) Select “Parking Services” on the Inside Augsburg website or visit the MPS SentryLink parking website at augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login

2) On your first login, select the “Forgot your SentryLink password?” option and enter your Augsburg email address. You will receive an automated email with instructions to reset your password.

3) Follow the prompts in the email to reset your password.

4) Login to the MPS SentryLink parking website using your Augsburg e-mail address and your new password.

Need help? Follow these step-by-step instructions: https://web.augsburg.edu/dps/Parking%20Documents/How%20to%20Login%20to%20Your%20Augsburg%20Parking%20Account%20and%20Purchase%20a%20Permit.pdf

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Tuesday, August 1
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4
– First-year commuter students

Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking for details and pricing.

Contact parking@augsburg.edu with questions.

New Parking System FAQs

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 parking permits go on sale today. Working with Municipal Parking Services (MPS), Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall.

Please note that there is a temporary delay in the availability of the payroll deduction payment option for faculty and staff; however, this will be resolved by the afternoon of August 1st. Faculty and staff can either hold off on purchasing a permit until the payroll deduction option is available or pay for the permit in full using a personal credit/debit card. We apologize for this inconvenience.

***IMPORTANT: ACTION NEEDED***

To purchase a parking permit, you will first need to login to the MPS SentryLink parking website and update your password. All Augsburg user accounts are currently set up in the parking system with temporary passwords. You will not be able to purchase a parking permit without completing this step.

1) Select “Parking Services” on the Inside Augsburg website or visit the MPS SentryLink parking website at augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login

2) On your first login, select the “Forgot your SentryLink password?” option and enter your Augsburg email address. You will receive an automated email with instructions to reset your password.

3) Follow the prompts in the email to reset your password.

4) Login to the MPS SentryLink parking website using your Augsburg e-mail address and your new password.

Need help? Follow these step-by-step instructions: https://web.augsburg.edu/dps/Parking%20Documents/How%20to%20Login%20to%20Your%20Augsburg%20Parking%20Account%20and%20Purchase%20a%20Permit.pdf

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Tuesday, August 1
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4
– First-year commuter students

Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking for details and pricing.

Contact parking@augsburg.edu with questions.

New Parking System FAQs

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual fire system testing will begin on Monday July 31st and run through Tuesday August 8th. The following is a tentative schedule for when each buildings systems will be tested.

7/31–Mortensen/Urness Halls
8/1–Mortensen/Urness Halls
8/2–Mortensen/Urness Halls
8/2–Lindell Library
8/3–Luther Hall
8/3–Music Building
8/3–Christensen Center
8/4–Foss Center
8/4–Hagfors
8/7–Ice Arena
8/7–Anderson Hall
8/7–Memorial Hall
8/8–Science/Sverdrup Hall
8/8–Si Melby/Kennedy Hall
8/8–Oren Gateway Center
8/8–Old Main

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 parking permits go on sale this week. Working with Municipal Parking Services (MPS), Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Permit status will be verified electronically based on license plate number upon entry and exit from Augsburg lots.

***IMPORTANT: ACTION NEEDED***

To purchase a parking permit, you will first need to login to the MPS SentryLink parking website and update your password. All Augsburg user accounts are currently set up in the parking system with temporary passwords. You will not be able to purchase a parking permit without completing this step.

1) Select “Parking Services” on the Inside Augsburg website or visit the MPS SentryLink parking website at augsburg.mpspark.com/users/login

2) On your first login, select the “Forgot your SentryLink password?” option and enter your Augsburg email address. You will receive an automated email with instructions to reset your password.

3) Follow the prompts in the email to reset your password.

4) Login to the MPS SentryLink parking website using your Augsburg e-mail address and your new password.

Need help? Follow these step-by-step instructions: https://web.augsburg.edu/dps/Parking%20Documents/How%20to%20Login%20to%20Your%20Augsburg%20Parking%20Account%20and%20Purchase%20a%20Permit.pdf

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Tuesday, August 1
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4
– First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year. Visit https://www.augsburg.edu/dps/parking/ for details and pricing.

Contact parking@augsburg.edu with questions.

New Parking System FAQs

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The annual fire system testing will begin on Monday July 31st and run through Tuesday August 8th. The following is a tentative schedule for when each buildings systems will be tested.

7/31–Mortensen/Urness Halls
8/1–Mortensen/Urness Halls
8/2–Mortenesen/Urness Halls
8/2–Lindell Library
8/3–Luther Hall
8/3–Music Building
8/3–Christensen Center
8/4–Foss Center
8/4–Hagfors
8/7–Ice Arena
8/7–Anderson Hall
8/7–Memorial
8/8–Science/Sverdrup Hall
8/8–Si Melby/Kennedy Hall
8/8–Oren Gateway Center
8/8–Old Main

If you have any questions please feel free to email Jim Orchard at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
– First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
– First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
– First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Department of Transportation may be on campus this week making repairs to the I-94 fence south of Lot D where the where the freeway sound wall meets with 20th Avenue. Their staff may also be removing items from a recent campsite on the freeway side of the wall. As a result, you may see
an increase of activity in that area for a short period of time. The exact timing of the has not been established but could begin as early as Tuesday, July 25. We do not anticipate a disruption in our use of Lot D.

submitted by ierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
– Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
– Adult undergraduate and graduate students
– Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
– Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
– Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
– First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
Adult undergraduate and graduate students
Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
Adult undergraduate and graduate students
Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
Adult undergraduate and graduate students
Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The drive thru between Mortensen/Urness is scheduled for repairs on Monday July, 17 starting at 7am. The drive thru will be blocked off so the contractors can safely repair the ceiling grid. Contact Facilities with any questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The Kennedy roof top units will be shut down for needed repairs on Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th during the day. This will affect ventilation for classrooms, offices, locker rooms, and fitness rooms on the Kennedy side only. Contact David Ridgle with Facilities for any questions.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

2023–24 PARKING PERMIT SALE DATES

Augsburg users will be able to buy a parking permit based on their academic or faculty/staff status on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Faculty and staff (both full-time and part-time)
Adult undergraduate and graduate students
Seniors

Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Juniors

Thursday, August 3, 2023
Sophomores

Friday, August 4, 2023
First-year commuter students

PERMIT PRICES

Parking permit prices have remained the same as last year:

Student Resident: $195 semester/$390 year
Student Commuter: $179/$358
AU/Graduate: $61/$121
Adjunct Faculty or Part-Time Staff (below 0.5 FTE): $105/$210
Full-Time Faculty and Staff: $252/$504
Luther Underground: $470/$1,400
OGC Underground: $505/$1,515

Augsburg is moving to a virtual parking permit system with camera enforcement this fall. We expect this change to improve the parking experience on campus and enhance public safety. Please continue to watch A-mail for more details.

Parking on Campus

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The drive thru between Mortensen/Urness is scheduled for repairs on Monday July, 17 starting at 7am. The drive thru will be blocked off so the contractors can safely repair the ceiling grid. Contact Facilities with any questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The Kennedy roof top units will be shut down for needed repairs on Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th during the day. This will affect ventilation for classrooms, offices, locker rooms, and fitness rooms on the Kennedy side only. Contact David Ridgle with Facilities for any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The drive thru between Mortensen/Urness is scheduled for repairs on Monday July, 17 starting at 7am. The drive thru will be blocked off so the contractors can safely repair the ceiling grid. Contact Facilities with any questions or concerns.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The Kennedy roof top units will be shut down for needed repairs on Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th during the day. This will affect ventilation for classrooms, offices, locker rooms, and fitness rooms on the Kennedy side only. Contact David Ridgle with Facilities for any questions.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The Kennedy roof top units will be shut down for needed repairs on Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th during the day. This will affect ventilation for classrooms, offices, locker rooms, and fitness rooms on the Kennedy side only. Contact David Ridgle with Facilities for any questions.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Attention Hyundai and Kia owners –

Augsburg has experienced a number of attempted and completed auto thefts on our campus. Almost all of these incidents involved either Kia or Hyundai vehicles. This is consistent with a trend that has been occurring within the City of Minneapolis as well as across the country. We strongly encourage owners of these makes of vehicles to take extra precautions. Use of a steering wheel lock or other anti- theft device is recommended. Such devices are available on-
line and at many auto part stores. We also suggest Hyundai and Kia owners check with their dealerships to see if there are any recalls or software upgrades available for their vehicle.

The incidents that have occurred on campus and in the surrounding community are under investigation by the Minneapolis Police. Augsburg Department of Public Safety continues to patrol the campus to both deter and detect criminal and/or suspicious activity. We urge anyone who observes suspicious behavior to contact us through Dispatch at 612-330-1717.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

On Thursday morning June 29th the Mortensen #2 elevator will be shut down for a scheduled repair. Kone, our elevator service partner, has said that the shut down will last roughly 8 hours. Please use elevator #1 during this shut down period.

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Augsburg has experienced a number of attempted and completed auto thefts on our campus. Almost all of these incidents involved either Kia or Hyundai vehicles. This is consistent with a trend that has been occurring within the City of Minneapolis as well as across the country. We strongly encourage owners of these makes of vehicles to take extra precautions. Use of a steering wheel lock or other anti- theft device is recommended. Such devices are available on-
line and at many auto part stores. We also suggest Hyundai and Kia owners check with their dealerships to see if there are any recalls or software upgrades available for their vehicle.

The incidents that have occurred on campus and in the surrounding community are under investigation by the Minneapolis Police. Augsburg Department of Public Safety continues to patrol the campus to both deter and detect criminal and/or suspicious activity. We urge anyone who observes suspicious behavior to contact us through Dispatch at 612-330-1717.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be out to replace the water meter for Lindell on Friday, June 16 between 7am-9am. This will affect all plumbing in the building during this time.

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

The City of Minneapolis will be out to replace the water meter for the Lindell Library on Friday, June 16th from 7am to 9am. This will interrupt service for all plumbing in the building during this time.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Following the end of the federal public health emergency for COVID-19, Augsburg no longer requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students or employees, effective June 1. While no longer required, the university strongly recommends that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines for their age group.

Students, faculty, and staff should also continue to complete the COVID-19 self-reporting form following a positive COVID-19 test or exposure to receive information and timelines for testing, isolation, and masking.

More information, including the self-reporting form, is available on the Outbreak Planning website.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Following the end of the federal public health emergency for COVID-19, Augsburg no longer requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students or employees, effective June 1. While no longer required, the university strongly recommends that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines for their age group.

Students, faculty, and staff should also continue to complete the COVID-19 self-reporting form following a positive COVID-19 test or exposure to receive information and timelines for testing, isolation, and masking.

More information, including the self-reporting form, is available on the Outbreak Planning website.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Following the end of the federal public health emergency for COVID-19, Augsburg no longer requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students or employees, effective June 1. While no longer required, the university strongly recommends that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines for their age group.

Students, faculty, and staff should also continue to complete the COVID-19 self-reporting form following a positive COVID-19 test or exposure to receive information and timelines for testing, isolation, and masking.

More information, including the self-reporting form, is available on the Outbreak Planning website.

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

Athletic Facilities, including the Fitness Center and Weightroom, will be closed May 27, 28 & 29 for the Memorial Weekend.

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

Athletic Facilities, including the Fitness Center and Weightroom, will be closed May 27, 28 & 29 for the Memorial Weekend.

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

Late Thursday afternoon (May 18, 2023) the motor for the Memorial elevator burnt out rendering the elevator inoperable. Our elevator repair vendor has been out to look at the elevator and they have ordered a replacement motor, but there is currently no timeline for when the repairs will be completed.

In the meantime, the 2nd floor of Memorial is accessible via the Anderson Music Hall skyway (accessible from the Anderson Music Hall elevator). The 3rd floor will only be accessible via the stairs in Memorial until the elevator is repaired – please plan accordingly. If you need to move meetings to a more accessible space, please contact University Events for assistance in finding accessible rooms and reserving the space(s).

submitted by connell@augsburg.edu

Summer hours for the fitness center and weight room are in effect:

Monday 6am – 10pm
Tuesday 6am – 10pm
Wednesday 6am – 10pm
Thursday 6am – 10pm
Friday 6am – 8pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday Noon – 6pm

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The steam shut down to repair the steam valves last week went very well and was successful. Unfortunately when the steam was turned back on another leak was identified in the Foss building. We have scheduled this repair with our mechanical contractor and Cordia, our steam supplier, for TODAY starting at 7 a.m. The shut down is anticipated to be from 4 to 6 hours to make the repair. This will affect the heat and hot water in all campus buildings except for OGC, Luther, and Hagfors Center.

If you have any questions please feel free to let Jim Orchard know at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

The steam shut down to repair the steam valves this week went very well and was successful. Unfortunately when the steam was turned back on another leak was identified in the Foss building. The good news is that we are able to wait until after the students are gone to do the next shut down. We have scheduled this repair with our mechanical contractor and Cordia, our steam supplier, for Monday morning at 7 a.m. The shut down is anticipated to be from 4 to 6 hours to make the repair. This will affect the heat and hot water in all campus buildings except for OGC, Luther, and Hagfors Center.

If you have any questions please feel free to let Jim Orchard know at orchard@augsburg.edu.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Yesterday’s scheduled steam valve repair was completed as planned. The work was finished and steam was restored to the full campus as of approximately 5:30 p.m. yesterday. Thank you to all who helped coordinate and make adjustments for this needed repair.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

As previously communicated, this morning at 6 a.m., Augsburg shut off steam heat and hot water to much of campus in order to complete a needed steam valve repair in Urness Tower. This steam system shut off affects all buildings on campus EXCEPT Hagfors Center, Luther Hall, and Oren Gateway Center.

Below is a rough schedule of today’s repair timeline:
1) At 6 a.m. steam was shut off across the campus (except as noted above).
2) Our contractor is installing isolation valves in key locations on campus in order to restore steam to the portion of campus not affected by the valves in Urness. This will take approximately six hours.
3) Once the isolation valves are installed, steam will be restored to all buildings except Urness, Mortenson, Christensen, Old Main, and Anderson Residence Hall.
4) Our contractor will then replace the pressure valves in Urness, which they anticipate will take roughly another six hours. Once the valves are replaced, steam will be restored to the remaining campus buildings.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s efforts to accommodate this needed repair.

Since early last week, we’ve had issues with the steam pressure valves in Urness Tower, which affects the hot water system in Urness, Mortensen Hall, Christensen Center, Old Main, and Anderson Residence Hall. We had hoped to delay scheduling the repair of this issue until after the end of the semester, but determined we need to be proactive because if the pressure valves fail to function, we would need to do an immediate shutdown of all heat and hot water on campus, with potentially a multi-day outage while we scheduled contractors for an emergency repair.

In order to repair the valves, our steam provider will need to shut off the steam system that provides heat and hot water to all buildings on campus except Hagfors Center, Luther Hall, and Oren Gateway Center. The buildings should maintain residual heat during the shut down, but students, faculty, and staff may want to plan to wear additional layers that day.

Below is a rough schedule of the repair timeline:
1) At 6 a.m. Monday, we will shut off the steam to the campus.
2) Our contractor will install isolation valves in key locations on campus in order to restore steam to the portion of campus not affected by the valves in Urness. This will take approximately six hours.
3) Once the isolation valves are installed, steam will be restored to all buildings except Urness, Mortenson, Christensen, Old Main, and Anderson Residence Hall.
4) Our contractor will then replace the pressure valves in Urness, which they anticipate will take roughly another six hours or so. Once the valves are replaced, steam will be restored to the remaining campus buildings.

Facilities Management has coordinated with several departments, including Residence Life, Dining, Athletics, and University Events, to plan ahead as much as possible for this needed repair. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s efforts to accommodate this maintenance work.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Since early last week, we’ve had issues with the steam pressure valves in Urness Tower, which affects the hot water system in Urness, Mortensen Hall, Christensen Center, Old Main, and Anderson Residence Hall. We had hoped to delay scheduling the repair of this issue until after the end of the semester, but determined we need to be proactive because if the pressure valves fail to function, we would need to do an immediate shutdown of all heat and hot water on campus, with potentially a multi-day outage while we scheduled contractors for an emergency repair.

In order to repair the valves, our steam provider will need to shut off the steam system that provides heat and hot water to all buildings on campus except Hagfors Center, Luther Hall, and Oren Gateway Center. The buildings should maintain residual heat during the shut down, but students, faculty, and staff may want to plan to wear additional layers that day.

Below is a rough schedule of the repair timeline:
1) At 6 a.m. Monday, we will shut off the steam to the campus.
2) Our contractor will install isolation valves in key locations on campus in order to restore steam to the portion of campus not affected by the valves in Urness. This will take approximately six hours.
3) Once the isolation valves are installed, steam will be restored to all buildings except Urness, Mortenson, Christensen, Old Main, and Anderson Residence Hall.
4) Our contractor will then replace the pressure valves in Urness, which they anticipate will take roughly another six hours or so. Once the valves are replaced, steam will be restored to the remaining campus buildings.

Facilities Management has coordinated with several departments, including Residence Life, Dining, Athletics, and University Events, to plan ahead as much as possible for this needed repair. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s efforts to accommodate this maintenance work.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Spring is officially here: Augsburg’s dome is coming down this week. Contractors from Yeadon will be on campus Monday through Wednesday, April 17–19 to remove the dome and ready Edor Nelson Field for spring and summer use. Working with Augsburg Facilities and Athletic Facilities staff, crews will remove lighting and other fixtures on Monday, take the dome down on Tuesday, and re-install bleachers, wind screens, field pads, and goal posts on Wednesday. On-street parking on streets bordering the dome (Butler and 23rd) will be unavailable Tuesday, April 18, and Wednesday, April 19.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

Spring is officially here: Augsburg’s dome is coming down next week. Contractors from Yeadon will be on campus Monday through Wednesday, April 17–19 to remove the dome and ready Edor Nelson Field for spring and summer use. Working with Augsburg Facilities and Athletic Facilities staff, crews will remove lighting and other fixtures on Monday, take the dome down on Tuesday, and re-install bleachers, wind screens, field pads, and goal posts on Wednesday. On-street parking on streets bordering the dome (Butler and 23rd) will be unavailable Tuesday, April 18, and Wednesday, April 19.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

With temperatures reaching the 80s the past few days, many campus buildings have been uncomfortably warm this week. Unfortunately, when sudden hot weather arrives in spring, there isn’t an immediate way to switch from heating to cooling on campus. This transition is a multi-day process involving HVAC systems in buildings from very different eras, from Old Main to Hagfors.

We are currently targeting the week of April 24 to switch to cooling, pending temperatures at that time. The forecast for this weekend and next week involve significantly cooler and more seasonable temperatures. Thanks for your patience and understanding in the meantime.

submitted by orchard@augsburg.edu

With temperatures reaching the 80s the past few days, many campus buildings have been uncomfortably warm this week. Unfortunately, when sudden hot weather arrives in spring, there isn’t an immediate way to switch from heating to cooling on campus. This transition is a multi-day process involving HVAC systems in buildings from very different eras, from Old Main to Hagfors.

We are currently targeting the week of April 24 to switch to cooling, pending temperatures at that time. The forecast for this weekend and next week involve significantly cooler and more seasonable temperatures. Thanks for your patience and understanding in the meantime.

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

This winter was harsh on the roadways and walkways in Minnesota, and Augsburg’s campus was no exception. Augsburg’s groundskeeping crew is now busy fixing potholes, repairing turf, treating ice spots, and cleaning up litter as the season’s snow melts. Read more about this team’s spring work on the Facilities Maintenance website (see link, below). ​​

Grounds Crew’s Priorities for Spring Campus Maintenance

submitted by ridgle@augsburg.edu

Water will be temporarily shut off in Old Main on Thursday, March 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. in order to allow the city to replace a water meter for the building. Restrooms will not be available in Old Main during this time.

Facilities Blog

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Water will be temporarily shut off in Old Main on Thursday, March 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. in order to allow the city to replace a water meter for the building. Restrooms will not be available in Old Main during this time.

Facilities Blog

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Water will be temporarily shut off in Old Main on Thursday, March 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. in order to allow the city to replace a water meter for the building. Restrooms will not be available in Old Main during this time.

Facilities Blog

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Hello

Over the weekend, it appears a large number of Augsburg Fac/Staff members received emails from MPS about an expiring parking permit. If you did receive an email from MPS, please disregard it. Nobody’s permits are expiring. The emails were not generated by Augsburg’s Department of Public Safety.

DPS is currently in contact with MPS to see what exactly happened.

If you have any questions, please email parking@augsburg.edu.

Thanks

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Classes and most campus operations remain virtual today, Thursday 2/23, in Minneapolis and Rochester because heavy snow and high winds are in the forecast. At this time, we expect normal operations to resume on Friday 2/24.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. All other employees are encouraged to move meetings and work to a remote format.

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see the link below.

Also, this is a good time to sign up to receive campus emergency notifications if you haven’t already. Go to augsburg.edu/dps/emergency-preparedness/ for instructions.

Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Augsburg University has moved classes to a remote format today, Wednesday 2/22, and tomorrow, Thursday 2/23, and most operations will be virtual in Minneapolis and Rochester because heavy snow and high winds are in the forecast. At this time, we expect normal operations to resume on Friday 2/24.

Students, please watch for communications from your instructors with more specific information or consult your course Moodle site for more details. Essential employees are advised to contact their supervisors with any questions. Examples of essential services may include security, maintenance, residential and food service operations, and custodial services. All other employees are encouraged to move meetings and work to a remote format.

For information on specific campus facilities, services and events, see the link below.

Also, this is a good time to sign up to receive campus emergency notifications if you haven’t already. Go to augsburg.edu/dps/emergency-preparedness/ for instructions.

Campus Facilities, Services, and Events Weather Updates

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

On Thursday morning last week, the Augsburg Department of Public Safety sent a campus emergency notification reporting an armed suspect in the area of 25th and Riverside and informing students, faculty, and staff to avoid the area. DPS has posted a “Timely Notice” of the incident in compliance with the Clery Act (see the link below). The report notes that no weapon was found, no shots were fired, and no one was injured during this reported event.

If you did not receive any emergency notifications on Thursday, you should update your Emergency Notification registration:

Log into Inside Augsburg and click “Emergency Notification” in the left menu. You can add text and voice numbers as well as email addresses to receive future alerts.

Timely notice of February 9 incident

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

In the first month of 2023 there have been 700 auto thefts, 33 car jackings and 260 thefts from motor vehicles in the Minneapolis 1st Precinct. Per the Minneapolis Police, many of these vehicles were stolen with a key or fob left in the vehicle, or when the vehicle was left running and unoccupied. Even for vehicles with fobs instead of keys, the vehicle can still be stolen and driven until it is shut off or runs out of gas.

You can help prevent auto thefts from occurring on our campus!
– Be aware of your surroundings
– Shut off your vehicle, lock the doors and take your key/fob with you – ALWAYS!
– Do not leave valuables, bags, backpacks, or similar items in plain view within your vehicle
– If possible, take extra measures to safe guard your vehicle(s), such as installing an alarm system or steering wheel locking device

By always following the tips above, even when using parking ramps or private garages, you reduce the risk of having your vehicle damaged or stolen.

Always report any suspicious activity immediately to the Department of Public Safety by calling 612-330-1717, or by using the Campus Shield safety app.

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

For the Fall 2022 semester building access across campus was changed from having public access during typical business hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) to being on fob access only, which restricted public access to the majority of Augsburg facilities. This was a pilot program to see if limiting public access to Augsburg facilities affected the number of incidents reported on campus as well as the general feeling of safety on the Augsburg campus for our community. As we enter the second month of the Spring semester, the Department of Public Safety, along with the President’s Leadership Team and the Augsburg Space Committee will be reviewing data and community feedback to determine if it is in the best interest of Augsburg and our community to continue fob only access, revert to having public hours, or a mix of the two.

To that end, we are asking for more community feedback to include in our discussion. We would appreciate any feedback from all students, staff and faculty. What we are most interested in is how fob only access during the fall 2022 semester affected your academic studies/department work, has it had an impact on your view of safety/security on campus, and if it has created any hardships or issues for you and/or your guests. That being said, any and all feedback is welcome.

Please email any feedback directly to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

Thank you, and stay safe!

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

For the Fall 2022 semester building access across campus was changed from having public access during typical business hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) to being on fob access only, which restricted public access to the majority of Augsburg facilities. This was a pilot program to see if limiting public access to Augsburg facilities affected the number of incidents reported on campus as well as the general feeling of safety on the Augsburg campus for our community. As we enter the second month of the Spring semester, the Department of Public Safety, along with the President’s Leadership Team and the Augsburg Space Committee will be reviewing data and community feedback to determine if it is in the best interest of Augsburg and our community to continue fob only access, revert to having public hours, or a mix of the two.

To that end, we are asking for more community feedback to include in our discussion. We would appreciate any feedback from all students, staff and faculty. What we are most interested in is how fob only access during the fall 2022 semester affected your academic studies/department work, has it had an impact on your view of safety/security on campus, and if it has created any hardships or issues for you and/or your guests. That being said, any and all feedback is welcome.

Please email any feedback directly to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

Thank you, and stay safe!

submitted by erchula@augsburg.edu

For the Fall 2022 semester building access across campus was changed from having public access during typical business hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) to being on fob access only, which restricted public access to the majority of Augsburg facilities. This was a pilot program to see if limiting public access to Augsburg facilities affected the number of incidents reported on campus as well as the general feeling of safety on the Augsburg campus for our community. As we enter the second month of the Spring semester, the Department of Public Safety, along with the President’s Leadership Team and the Augsburg Space Committee will be reviewing data and community feedback to determine if it is in the best interest of Augsburg and our community to continue fob only access, revert to having public hours, or a mix of the two.

To that end, we are asking for more community feedback to include in our discussion. We would appreciate any feedback from all students, staff and faculty. What we are most interested in is how fob only access during the fall 2022 semester affected your academic studies/department work, has it had an impact on your view of safety/security on campus, and if it has created any hardships or issues for you and/or your guests. That being said, any and all feedback is welcome.

Please email any feedback directly to publicsafety@augsburg.edu.

Thank you, and stay safe!

submitted by bierbaub@augsburg.edu

Dear Fellow Auggies,

The City of Minneapolis announced today that starting Thursday, January 26 at 9:00 p.m., the streets of Minneapolis will be one-sided street parking until further notice. This is intended to keep city streets passable for emergency vehicles in light of the heavy snow accumulation this winter. Since many in our community park on the street, we want to make sure you are aware of this change and can plan appropriately.

From the City of Minneapolis announcement:

“When Winter Parking Restrictions begin tomorrow [Thursday], parking will be banned on the EVEN numbered side of non-Snow-Emergency routes until April 1, unless conditions allow the City to lift the ban earlier. Parking is allowed on Snow Emergency routes, parkways, and the ODD numbered side of non-Snow Emergency routes, unless otherwise posted. Drivers parking in Minneapolis must follow these Winter Parking Restrictions, or they could be ticketed and towed.”

Around Murphy Square, there are signs indicating which side is even or odd. More information is available in this story from KARE 11 and from the City of Minneapolis Winter Parking page.

If you have any questions concerning this news, feel free to email parking@augsburg.edu.

Drive safe everyone,

Branden Bierbaum

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This weekend, Facilities is planning on doing a significant amount of snow removal from the parking lots. One of the lots of concern is Lot B (behind Urness and Mortensen). To help make the process easier for the workers, Lot B is going to be shut down from Saturday, January 21, at 10 p.m. until Sunday, January 22, at 10 p.m.

This means that any vehicle in Lot B after 10 p.m. on Saturday may be subject to ticketing and/or towing to another lot at the owner’s expense. If you typically park your car in Lot B, you can park your vehicle in either Lot L or Lot D and won’t be ticketed.

If Lot B is finished before 10 p.m., there will be a mass email letting everyone know that the lot is open again.Please continue to monitor your email for any additional information.

Campus Map with Parking Lot Locations

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This weekend, Facilities is planning on doing a significant amount of snow removal from the parking lots. One of the lots of concern is Lot B (behind Urness and Mortensen). To help make the process easier for the workers, Lot B is going to be shut down from Saturday, January 21, at 10 p.m. until Sunday, January 22, at 10 p.m.

This means that any vehicle in Lot B after 10 p.m. on Saturday may be subject to ticketing and/or towing to another lot at the owner’s expense. If you typically park your car in Lot B, you can park your vehicle in either Lot L or Lot D and won’t be ticketed.

If Lot B is finished before 10 p.m., there will be a mass email letting everyone know that the lot is open again.Please continue to monitor your email for any additional information.

Campus Map with Parking Lot Locations

submitted by rjohn@augsburg.edu

Maintenance crews are out this morning salting and treating the campus walkways, but please use caution as freezing rain overnight has made for some slick areas. Conditions should improve as the temperature warms during the day.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

There will be no A-mail on Friday, December 30 or Monday, January 2 due to Augsburg holidays. Announcements submitted today through Monday will run when A-mail returns on Tuesday, January 3.

submitted by harri@augsburg.edu

On university-observed holidays, academic and administrative buildings will be locked with fob access turned off, except for essential staff and those who have been pre-approved. On non-holiday days, over break buildings will be accessible by fob during the regular building hours. Faculty and staff who need access to an academic/administrative building on the holiday should contact the Department of Public Safety. Resident students will continue to have access to their buildings as usual.
Augsburg University will observe the New Year holidays on these dates:
● Friday, December 30, 2023 (New Year’s Eve observed)
● Monday, January 2, 2023 (New Year’s Day observed)
For further detail on building hours over break please see Inside Augsburg.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

There will be no A-mail on Friday, December 23 or Monday, December 26 due to Augsburg holidays. Announcements submitted today through Monday will run when A-mail returns on Tuesday, December 27.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This week, technicians will replace Urness Hall’s existing fuse boxes with circuit breakers—an upgrade that will modernize the current system and streamline electrical service going forward. From December 19–21, power will be shut off between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on three floors per day to complete these upgrades. The upgrades are scheduled for floors 1-3 on Monday, 4-6 on Tuesday, and 7-9 on Wednesday. Residence Life will communicate to any students on campus about the daily schedule.

submitted by harri@augsburg.edu

On university-observed holidays, academic and administrative buildings will be locked with fob access turned off, except for essential staff and those who have been pre-approved. On non-holiday days, over break buildings will be accessible by fob during the regular building hours. Faculty and staff who need access to an academic/administrative building on the holiday should contact the Department of Public Safety. Resident students will continue to have access to their buildings as usual.
Augsburg University will observe the Christmas and New Year holidays on these dates:
● Friday, December 23, 2022 (Christmas Eve observed)
● Monday, December 26, 2022 (Christmas Day observed)
● Friday, December 30, 2023 (New Year’s Eve observed)
● Monday, January 2, 2023 (New Year’s Day observed)
For further detail on building hours over break please see Inside Augsburg.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This week, technicians are replacing Urness Hall’s existing fuse boxes with circuit breakers—an upgrade that will modernize the current system and streamline electrical service going forward. From December 19–21, power will be shut off between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on three floors per day to complete these upgrades. The upgrades are scheduled for floors 1-3 on Monday, 4-6 on Tuesday, and 7-9 on Wednesday. Residence Life will communicate to any students on campus about the daily schedule.

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

This week, technicians will replace Urness Hall’s existing fuse boxes with circuit breakers—an upgrade that will modernize the current system and streamline electrical service going forward. From December 19–21, power will be shut off between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on three floors per day to complete these upgrades. The upgrades will take place on floors 1-3 on Monday, 4-6 on Tuesday, and 7-9 on Wednesday. Residence Life will communicate to any students on campus about the daily schedule.