Dallas Finance Panel Backs Moving 911/311 From City Hall After $1 Billion Renovation Estimate

The recommendation advances to the full council following an expert report that found aging systems and extensive repairs would be required.

Overview

The unanimous committee vote urges the city manager to relocate emergency operations to a new government center and to explore redevelopment of the current site.
EDC CEO Linda McMahon presented a 1,000‑plus page analysis estimating $906 million to $1.4 billion for full modernization, with $329 million labeled as urgent repairs.
The report cites failing roof and asbestos, and mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems past useful life, though it says the building is not at risk of collapse.
Committee instructions include engaging CBRE to identify a site for 311/911 and emergency operations and to curate relocation options, with regular updates to the panel.
Next steps include a public hearing at the Economic Development Committee next Monday and a full council briefing on March 4, as preservation advocates dispute the $1 billion figure citing earlier far lower estimates.