PITTSBURGH, PA (LOOTPRESS) – Residents, visitors and business owners alike will benefit from the new Downtown Public Safety Center building located at 439 Wood Street.
The City of Pittsburgh has entered an agreement to occupy two floors of the building owned by PNC Bank.
Mayor Ed Gainey, PNC Bank, Pittsburgh Police and others were on hand to officially open the center that will be staffed daily by police officers and social workers.
“Pittsburgh Police are already making great strides in reducing crime downtown and providing crisis response. This building will provide crews an open space to better assist those in need of help, support downtown businesses and deal with crime. I’m thankful for the City’s ongoing collaboration with PNC Bank that has made this center possible,” said Mayor Ed Gainey.
PNC’s Realty Services team completed the building rehabilitation in approximately one year, installing all new plumbing, electric, mechanical items along with enhancing the structural integrity of the building.
“Pittsburgh is PNC’s headquarters city, and we want to do our part to ensure it remains a top tier city. This is just one more way we are showing our commitment to help move our region forward as a stronger, safer and more vibrant place,” said Kevin Wade, EVP, head of PNC Corporate Real Estate.
PNC worked closely with Pittsburgh Public Safety to design, provide necessary amenities and create a modern facility to better support the police officers, their partners and the public they serve.
“The new Downtown Public Safety Center has been created with the goal of establishing a collaborative place for public safety staff, police, and community partners,” said Lee Schmidt, Director of Public Safety.
“The overall more functional space allows for a more effective and visible public safety presence and amenities like a first-floor common area where we can fully connect with all members of the neighborhood and serve our residents in the most impactful way.”