To: Board of Supervisors
From: Alison McKee, County Librarian
Report Title: APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Librarian, or designee, to close the Ygnacio Valley Library on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, for approximately ten months for building renovations and reopen to the public on approximately May 31, 2027.
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Librarian, or designee, to close the Ygnacio Valley Library on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, for approximately ten months for building renovations and reopen to the public on approximately May 31, 2027.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Renovation costs are funded by 86% Measure X ($2,132,220), 14% Library Fund ($346,780).
BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2025, the Board of Supervisors authorized the Public Works Department to award the construction contract for the Ygnacio Valley Library building renovations to E F Brett and Company. The renovations will consist of a new roof, new all-electric HVAC system, and upgraded electrical and lighting systems.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the closure is not approved, the renovations will not be able to proceed.