https://www.mercurynews.com/2021/06/28/bank-italy-historic-tower-revamp-start-downtown-san-jose-real-estate/ > SAN JOSE — A big-time upgrade of the landmark Bank of Italy historic tower in downtown San Jose is set to get underway within weeks and will include a potentially eye-catching exterior staircase. > Westbank, a high-profile development powerhouse, has teamed up with local developer Gary Dillabough to launch a wide-ranging venture that would usher in a dramatic makeover of downtown San Jose, and the Bank of Italy tower is one of the early efforts in the endeavor.