Sideline Student Safety Zone Information
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 | Football
The Sideline Student Safety Zone is a collaborative effort of the City of Jacksonville, the University of Florida and the University of Georgia to provide an area where students visiting The Jacksonville Landing and the stadium before, during, and after the Florida versus Georgia festivities can find assistance ranging from basic medical help, first aid, transportation, directions, telephone service, food, water, coffee and more. The Zone will be staffed by student affairs' personnel from the two universities as well as staff and volunteers from the City of Jacksonville.
*The Zone is about helping people, not punishing them.
Students who request assistance at the Zone for themselves or their friends will not be subject to legal action on alcohol issues.
What is the Sideline Student Safety Zone?
The Sideline Student Safety Zone is a joint effort of the University of Florida, the University of Georgia and the city of Jacksonville to provide an area where students visiting The Landing before, during and after the Florida-Georgia game can find assistance including basic medical help, first aid, transportation directions, telephone service, food, water, coffee and more.
The Zone will be staffed by student affairs personnel from the two universities as well as staff from the City of Jacksonville. Each university is providing staff for the weekend, as is the City of Jacksonville. We have received support from a number of corporations who reinforce the goals of the Zone.
Where is the Sideline Student Safety Zone?
Behind Starbucks inside The Jacksonville Landing
Friday: 4 p.m.-3 a.m.
Saturday: Noon-3 a.m.
The Zone located outside The Jacksonville Landing (Laura Street and Independent Drive)
Friday: 4 p.m.- 3 a.m.
Saturday: Noon-3 a.m.
Behind the Welcome Center across from Jacksonville Municipal Stadium
Friday: 4 p.m.- 3 a.m.
Saturday: Noon-3 a.m.
Will I be arrested if I show up drunk?
The Zone is about helping people, not punishing people. Students who request assistance at the Zone for themselves or their friends will not be subject to legal action on alcohol issues.
Who is in charge of the Zone?
The Sideline Student Safety Zone is a joint effort between the University of Florida, the University of Georgia and the City of Jacksonville.
How do I contact the Sideline Student Safety Zone?
Call the hotline at 904-630-SAFE (7233). This number will be available on Friday and Saturday of the Florida-Georgia weekend.
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