January 2022 Update on Building Projects
Santa Cruz Public Libraries Facility Update
OUR GOAL: Libraries for the 21st century that inform, inspire and connect; inviting and welcoming centers that enrich lives, promote opportunity and build community.
WE’RE MAKING IT HAPPEN, thanks to you! The Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) consist of 10 branches throughout Santa Cruz County, serving a population of over 200,000 residents. A 2013 Facilities Master Plan revealed pervasive issues of obsolete infrastructure, antiquated and failing systems, outdated spaces and poor ADA accessibility. Based on that study, voters approved Measure S in June 2016, a $67 million bond for facility improvements throughout the system. Additional funding to complete the work at all branches is being raised by Friends of the Library campaigns.
Just want to know when branches might open? These dates are subject to change based on circumstances outside of our control. Here are the latest estimates:
- Aptos: Late spring 2023
- Boulder Creek: March 2022
- Branciforte: Mid 2022
- Garfield Park: April 2022
- Live Oak: May 2022
- Live Oak Annex: Construction is expected to begin in March 2022, opening in spring 2023
- Scotts Valley: June 2022
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