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    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Monday, February 26, 2024 - 1:52 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south elevator of Lot 19/20, adjacent to the bridge, is out of service until further notice. Updates will be provided as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot, near North State Drive, is available and services all floors of the garage.

    Additionally, ADA parking is available on the ground floor of Lot 19 and along State Drive. DPRC cart service is available for transportation from these lots to main campus and may be dispatched by calling 415-338-2472 between 8:30am-4:30pm. UPD cart service is available outside of those times by calling 415-338-7200.

    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Monday, February 26, 2024 - 9:57 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south elevator of Lot 19/20, adjacent to the bridge, is out of service until further notice. Updates will be provided as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot, near North State Drive, is available and services all floors of the garage.

    Additionally, ADA parking is available on the ground floor of Lot 19 and along State Drive. DPRC cart service is available for transportation from these lots to main campus and may be dispatched by calling 415-338-2472 between 8:30am-4:30pm. UPD cart service is available outside of those times by calling 415-338-7200.

    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Tuesday, February 6, 2024 - 6:22 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south elevator of Lot 19/20, adjacent to the bridge, is out of service until further notice. Updates will be provided as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot, near North State Drive, is available and services all floors of the garage.


    Lot 19 Roof & South State Drive Closure

    Posted:
    Wednesday, January 24, 2024 - 12:48 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    Lot 19 roof will be closed from 6 PM on Thursday 01/25 until 6 PM Saturday 01/27. This closure is due to scheduled move-in days.

    Alternate Access:
    General parking will be available in the lower levels of the garage (Lot 20), North State Drive, and Lot 25.

    ADA parking is available at the entrance of the garage.

    If needed, DPRC is available for mobility assistance via cart transportation on Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm by calling 415-338-2472. Outside of those times, please contact UPD for cart service at 415-338-7200 and press 0.

    3/4 Update: Business Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Monday, January 22, 2024 - 1:00 pm

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    3/4 Update: The elevator vendor recently secured the needed materials and the elevator repair is scheduled to take place from March 19th through March 21st.

    The Business Elevator is currently out of service due to the power outage experienced last week. Extensive repairs are necessary to restore to normal operation. Facilities is working diligently to expedite the process, and we anticipate the elevator to be back in service within the next 2-3 weeks. A follow-up notice will be issued once the elevator is operational again.

    Alternate Access:
    This is the only elevator in the building. Students, please notify your instructors and DPRC if this impacts your ability to attend class or any meetings, etc. Faculty and staff, please consult with your supervisor to make alternate arrangements if you have business on the upper floors of this building. Reach out at dprc@sfsu.edu if you require assistance.


    Update 2 [Final]: Campus & Housing Water Outage

    Posted:
    Thursday, January 4, 2024 - 10:23 am

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:


    Details:
    Facilities has received multiple reports of an outage affecting hot and cold water to several buildings on campus and housing. The issue stems from an undetermined water supply problem originating from the city water feed to the campus. San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has been contacted for resolution.

    Alternate Access:
    1/4 12:20pm update: Water has been restored to the main campus.

    1/4 11:45am update: Marcus Hall and Thornton Hall first floor bathrooms have been identified as operational. The university has also advised offices transition to remote work wherever possible.

    We are currently working to identify operational bathrooms. Updates will be provided as they become available.

    Crane Work- Hensill Hall

    Posted:
    Wednesday, December 20, 2023 - 4:30 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    Crane work will take place on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., and the crane will be staged behind the GYM at 7:30 a.m.

    The following areas will be blocked off and unavailable for the duration of this work, beginning at 6am on 12/21:

    • All parking areas behind Thornton Hall
    • All parking areas behind Hensill Hall
    • Lot 6 between 6am-12pm

    Please note that no occupants will be allowed in the 6th floor, 7th floor, and 8th floor of Hensill Hall during the crane lift.

    CPDC and contractors will be on-site to help with the evacuation process. The crane work will only start when it’s safe to do so.


    Alternate Access:
    Accessible parking is available at Lot 2, Lot 19, and Lot 20. For additional assistance with transportation, the DPRC campus cart program may be requested by calling 415-338-2472 between 8:30am-4:30pm. Outside of those hours, please contact UPD at 415-338-7200 and press 0 to reach the dispatcher.

    HH 3rd Floor Automatic Doors Out of Service

    Posted:
    Thursday, September 21, 2023 - 9:49 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The third-floor exterior sliding doors at Hensill Hall are out of service. The sliding doors have been secured and labeled with caution tape. A third-party contractor is required to assess the doors, so status updates will be provided as they become available, since a timeline is currently unknown.

    Alternate Access:
    For alternate ADA doors, please use the second-floor west side sliding doors (facing Thornton Hall, underneath the third-floor terrace).

    UPDATE: Thornton Hall Elevators & ADA Doors Out of Service 8/23-8/24

    Posted:
    Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - 12:19 pm

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    8/24 Update # 3 @ 12:30PM: The ADA power doors to the basement are back in service. This will be the final update.

    8/24 Update #2 @ 9:15AM: 3 of 5 elevators are back in service in Thornton Hall.

    8/23 Update #1 @ 4:30PM: The ADA power doors to the basement entrance (under the staircase) are currently out of service.


    Original message: All elevators in Thornton Hall are currently out of service due to an electrical issue. The issue is expected to be resolved by tomorrow morning. Updates will be provided as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    8/24 Update #2 @ 9:15AM: The basement ADA doors remain out of service, but all floors can be accessed via the elevators now. ADA power doors are available on the first floor of the building via the outside terrace.

    8/23 Update #1 @ 4:30PM: The basement is no longer accessible to individuals who require use of ADA power doors. The doors are anticipated to be back up tomorrow morning along with the elevators.


    Original message: The basement and first floor of Thornton Hall are unaffected. The basement can be accessed through the entrance under the stairwell, and the first floor can be accessed through the outside terrace via the ramp in front of the building.

    If you have class or work you are unable to attend to on the other floors, please notify the appropriate parties and contact DPRC at dprc@sfsu.edu if support is required.

    If you are currently in the building on floors 2 and up and require assistance vacating, please contact UPD at 415-338-7200.

    Various power outages 8/6/2023

    Posted:
    Tuesday, August 1, 2023 - 4:38 pm

    Type:
    Other

    Effective:


    Details:
    Facilities has scheduled an electrical-shutdown for Sunday 8/6/23 at 9:00 a.m. for approximately 10-15 minutes. Elevators and power doors will not be available during the shutdowns.

    The following buildings will be affected by this shutdown:

    • Cesar Chavez Student Center*
    • Student Health Center*
    • Towers at Centennial Square*
    • Village A, B, C*
    • Dining Center
    • Mary Park Hall
    • Mary Ward Hall
    • A.S. Children’s Center
    • Business
    • HSS
    • Gymnasium
    • Psychology / Ethnic Studies
    • Cesar Chavez Student Center*

    *Buildings with an asterisk will have generator power available during the shutdown. Generator power supports only emergency equipment such as emergency lights and the fire alarm system.



    Alternate Access:
    This is expected to be a short outage but in the event of an emergency, please contact University Police for access assistance by dialing 415-338-7200 and marking -0- for the dispatcher. (Emergency number is 415-338-2222)

    It is also recommended any sensitive and/or important appliances be unplugged if possible, as an extra precaution to avoid potential power fluctuations.

    Lot 19/20 Pedestrian Bridge Closed 7/21 - 7/24

    Posted:
    Friday, July 21, 2023 - 11:47 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    Maintenance work will be taking place on the pedestrian walkway of the roof in Lot 19/20 from 2pm on Friday July 21 - 7am on Monday July 24. The bridge to access main campus from the garage will be unavailable during this time.

    From the garage, campus can only be accessed by the stairs from the ground floor.

    Alternate Access:
    For DMV placard holders, accessible parking is available in Lot 6.

    If you need alternate access due to the stairs, but don't have a placard, please contact DPRC at dprc@sfsu.edu.

    Cart service is also available courtesy of UPD beginning at 4:30pm, and throughout the weekend. Dial 415-338-7200 and mark -0- to get the dispatcher.

    Lot 19/20 Pedestrian Bridge Closed 6/28 - 7/12

    Posted:
    Monday, June 26, 2023 - 10:34 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    Maintenance work will be taking place on the pedestrian walkway of the roof in Lot 19/20 from June 28-July 12. The bridge to access main campus from the garage will be unavailable during this time.

    From the garage, campus can only be accessed by the stairs from the ground floor.

    Alternate Access:
    For DMV placard holders, accessible parking is available in Lot 6.

    If you need alternate access due to the stairs, but don't have a placard, please contact DPRC at dprc@sfsu.edu.

    Central Heating Shutdown 2/17/23 (EP & GYM)

    Posted:
    Thursday, February 16, 2023 - 9:35 am

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:


    Details:
    Facilities has scheduled a central heating and hot water shutdown for the GYM and Ethnic Studies & Psychology buildings on Friday, 2/17/2023 from 7:00 am – 4:00 pm for plumbing repairs.

    Alternate Access:
    If this shutdown will have an impact on your ability to attend work or class due to the nature of your disability, please contact DPRC.

    Central Heating Shutdown 2/2-2/4

    Posted:
    Wednesday, February 1, 2023 - 11:19 am

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    There is a scheduled central heating shutdown going into effect on Thursday 2/2/23 in the evening through Saturday 2/4/23 afternoon in order for repairs to be done. All buildings on campus will be affected EXCEPT: all Housing buildings, the Corporation Yard, Student Health Center, Student Services Building, and Business.

    Alternate Access:
    If this shutdown will have an impact on your ability to attend work or class due to the nature of your disability, please contact DPRC.

    Pathway closure between BH and SHC

    Posted:
    Monday, January 30, 2023 - 2:20 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The outdoor pathway between Burk Hall (BH) and the Student Health Center (SHC) is currently closed due to construction.

    Alternate Access:
    Please note the blockade is in between the ramp and stair entrances to Student Health Center, so this closure only impacts the ability to go through this pathway, not getting into the Health Center or Burk Hall.

    As an alternative to this outdoor pathway, pedestrians may use the first floor of BH as a thoroughfare. The main entrance of BH facing the quad/Cesar Chavez and the south entrance at the Garden of Remembrance (adjacent to Fine Arts) are both accessible via push buttons.

    Entering BH from the main entrance, travel straight down the hall and make a left after BH 160. The south entrance will be just on the other side of the staircase.

    Entering from the Garden of Remembrance, go past the staircase and make a right. Continue down the hall until you reach the main lobby/entrance.

    Pathway closure between ESP and GYM

    Posted:
    Monday, January 30, 2023 - 1:28 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The outdoor pathway between Ethnic Studies & Psychology (ESP) and the Gymnasium (GYM) is currently closed due to construction.

    Alternate Access:
    As an alternative to the outdoor pathway, pedestrians may use ESP as a thoroughfare. There are two accessible entrances/exits in ESP on the first floor- the main entrance on the south side of the building (facing Burk Hall) and a rear entrance on the north side of the building (facing Cox Stadium).

    Entering from the main entrance, travel down the hall and make a left at ESP 114 and the exit will be to the right at the end of that hall.

    Entering from the rear entrance, turn left at the hall and right at ESP 114 until you reach the main entrance.

    DPRC Fully Remote 1/5

    Posted:
    Thursday, January 5, 2023 - 8:07 am

    Type:
    Other

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    Due to hazardous road conditions and ongoing high winds and heavy rain, DPRC will be operating fully remote on Thursday, January 5.

    We anticipate normal on-campus operations on Friday, January 6. Updates will be available on our homepage at access.sfsu.edu.

    Alternate Access:
    Our virtual reception room will still be open during normal hours, and email at dprc@sfsu.edu and voicemail at 415-338-2472 will be checked regularly. Scheduled Zoom appointments and drop-ins will not be interrupted.

    Cart rides will not be available through DPRC. UPD is available to give mobility rides but riders may experience long wait times and this service should only be used if necessary to participate in on-campus work or school activities. Rides may be requested by contacting UPD Dispatch at 415-338-7200 (then press -0-).


    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Wednesday, December 7, 2022 - 2:24 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south elevator of Lot 19/20, adjacent to the bridge, is out of service until further notice. Updates will be provided as they become available.



    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot, near North State Drive, is available and services all floors of the garage.

    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Wednesday, November 16, 2022 - 2:56 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south elevator of Lot 19/20, adjacent to the bridge, is currently out of service and actively being repaired. Updates will follow as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot, near North State Drive, is available and services all floors of the garage.

    1st Floor ADA Doors in LIB Out of Order

    Posted:
    Thursday, September 15, 2022 - 4:33 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The first-floor ADA power doors leading into the Lobby and Peete's Cafe are currently out of service. There are other doors at this entrance, but they do not have power-opening capabilities.

    Alternate Access:
    The power doors on the basement level on the opposite side of the Library (by Creative Arts) are available and there is elevator access from this floor to all the others.

    Lot 19/20 Elevator Out of Service

    Posted:
    Tuesday, August 30, 2022 - 8:55 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The south Lot 19/20 elevator adjacent to the bridge to campus is currently out of service. Updates will follow as they become available.

    Alternate Access:
    The elevator on the north end of the lot near North State Drive is available and services all floors of the garage.

    Various power outages on 6/4 and 6/6

    Posted:
    Wednesday, June 1, 2022 - 3:46 pm

    Type:
    Interior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    For construction purposes, power in the Student Health Center and Towers at Centennial Square will be out Saturday, June 4th, from 7:30am to 3:30pm.

    Additionally, power in Science, Hensil Hall, and Thornton Hall will be out on Monday June 6, 2022, from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.





    Alternate Access:
    If this presents barriers to accessing a building or office, please contact your dept. to reschedule or make any necessary accommodations.

    UPDATE: SSB Accessible Entrances Out of Service

    Posted:
    Tuesday, May 17, 2022 - 9:41 am

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    5/20 update: The push buttons are back in service.

    There is a tech issue currently affecting the power doors of Student Services Building- specifically the exterior push button at the main entrance.

    Alternate Access:
    Until this issue is resolved, DPRC is able to assist with providing access to the building via our courtyard doors, located on the south side of SSB across from U.S. Bank in The Village. Please feel free to knock on the courtyard doors, or you can call 415-338-2472 when you arrive to request assistance. These doors are monitored Monday-Friday, between 8am-5pm, which are standard hours for most offices in the building. Please contact your department to make alternate arrangements if you require access to their office outside of these hours.

    HH 3rd Floor Sliding Doors Out of Service

    Posted:
    Wednesday, March 30, 2022 - 5:00 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The 3rd floor exterior sliding doors at Hensill Hall are out of service. The sliding doors have been secured and labeled with caution tape.

    Alternate Access:
    For alternate ADA doors, please use the 2nd floor west side sliding doors (facing Thornton Hall, underneath the third floor terrace).

    HSS/SCI pedestrian path closed 3/21-3/26

    Posted:
    Friday, March 18, 2022 - 4:57 pm

    Type:
    Exterior

    Effective:
    -

    Details:
    The east/west pathway in between HSS and the Science building (connecting 19th Ave. and main campus) will be unavailable from 7am-5pm between March 21 and March 26.

    Alternate Access:
    You can enter campus on the west side of HSS via the pathway between HSS and the Admin building.