DT – Fire Call Box Modernization

Due to age and wear, many of the City’s Fire Call Boxes are no longer functional, primarily due to damaged cabling, compromised conduits, and lack of support for copper communications lines. A proposed pilot project would modernize a portion of the Fire Call Boxes allowing the public to request emergency services through a robust network independent of any telephone network. The proposed new devices would be able to reach emergency services, 311, place calls, and communicate in other forms. DT is proposing a replacement of 200 call boxes at strategic locations with high numbers of visitors.

This pilot project will cost $3.6 million. 

RED – City Hall Dome and Roof Revitalization and Seismic Strengthening

Water leaks at City Hall have damaged the structure and interior of the building. Revitalization of the Dome, Drum, Lantern and Roof Levels of City Hall are needed to address active water leaks through masonry, skylights, and Dome waterproofing membranes. Deteriorating structural stone and steel also require repair. Seismic strengthening work is needed as well. Complete scaffolding around the Dome is required for implementation of all components of this project, which makes it desirable to address all issues at once.

The estimated project cost for these repairs and improvements is at least $22 million. In October 2021, the Board of Supervisors authorized the sale of Transfer Development Rights (TDR) which could generate between $40 million to $50 million dollars in the future to fund historic preservation work including the City Hall Dome and Roof Revitalization projects.