by observing residents, the gardens created a public artwork in the form of the handrail.n one of the outdoor courtyards, the circular grouping of -- with a smooth finish. this features ten unique button sculptures with different pastel colors that function not only as a place to sit, but also as a touchstone to something recognizable, familiar, and comforting. another key component included an art project that responded directly to the hospital's rich history. using archival images and artifacts, had designed 16 intricately woven tapestries that are inviting of significant events that shaped the hospital and the community over time. a >> it attracts a lot of visitors, and they are all and all - -in aw -- in awe over the variety of mediums used. >> i think we have given the city of san francisco and the residents an incredible art collection. it really encourage people to come and visit the new facility, also to see the arts. >> for more information, visit sfartscommisis >> welcome to culture wire. the arabs don't possible has bringing you the best of the arab film to the

by observing residents, the gardens created a public artwork in the form of the handrail.n one of the outdoor courtyards, the circular grouping of -- with a smooth finish. this features ten unique button sculptures with different pastel colors that function not only as a place to sit, but also as a touchstone to something recognizable, familiar, and comforting. another key component included an art project that responded directly to the hospital's rich history. using archival images and artifacts, had designed 16 intricately woven tapestries that are inviting of significant events that shaped the hospital and the community over time. a >> it attracts a lot of visitors, and they are all and all - -in aw -- in awe over the variety of mediums used. >>

the last phase of the work, the installation of the permit ramp and handrail, we would defer until the next holiday break, december 2011, so as to minimize the amount of time the board would have to spend out of the chamber. the source we are proposing to use for funding of parties to -- or their certificates of appropriation as approved by the fiscal 10-11 budget. these are put into fund run away improvements. funds for the right away improvements were appropriated as part of the budget. cops were authorized in october of last year in an amount not to exceed $40 million. when cops were authorized in october, we had a hold of $600,000 up accessibility improvements in the chamber. so that $477,000 would come from that $600,000. what we are seeking today from the committee is a recommendation to the more for appropriation authority for that $477,000. i think that is it. happy to answer any questions. supervisor chu: the budget analyst also has a report. >> madam chair, members of the committee, we point out on page six, general fund revenues would be paid for by debt services. that would

the last phase of the work, the installation of the permit ramp and handrail, we would defer until the next holiday break, december 2011, so as to minimize the amount of time the board would have to spend out of the chamber. the source we are proposing to use for funding of parties to -- or their certificates of apri

he gives practical suggestions for low-cost -- handrails to nonstick services, other improvements in housing. we are hoping to work with him and staff within the department of building inspections and other places to improve the conditions as we create a more friendly aging city. i want to thank your avalos for scheduling this as well. supervisor avalos: thank you for this hearing. also, kudos to the budget analyst. your work on the report, i read it on saturday night. captivated me. thank you very much for that. i can tell a lot of work went into it, gathered information from a lot of places around california, the bay area. i also wanted to reiterate the announcement about rebuilding together, doing a build out day to support seniors in the ocean view merced neighborhood and they will be going into people's homes to put in rails, do minor improvements to make it more accessible. it is a great opportunity. that will be april 30. folks can contact my office, francis shea in my office, to get more information. with that colleagues, can we filed this item? very good. madam clerk, please

by observing residents, the gardens created a public artwork in the form of the handrail.n one of the outdoor courtyards, the circular grouping of