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Council and administration discuss capital needs for City Hall and seek budget deadline extension

2670267 · March 18, 2025
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Council members pressed administration for a comprehensive capital improvement program covering City Hall, police precincts and other municipal buildings. Officials said assessments are underway and sought an extension to introduce the 2025 municipal budget to allow time to compile capital needs and funding options.

Council members on Wednesday used a wide‑ranging pre‑meeting discussion to press the administration for a comprehensive capital improvement plan for City Hall, police precincts and other municipal facilities.

“Where is all the capital dollars that came to the city and where has it gone?” Councilman Quintana asked, noting long‑standing problems at City Hall including elevators and a netted scaffolding condition on upper floors. Council members repeatedly urged a full assessment of building conditions, estimated costs and prioritization ahead of the municipal budget process.

Assistant/acting finance director Benjamin Guzman told the council the administration is…

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