The Ossining Public Library’s $30 million bond proposal to pay for repairs and renovations to the 20-year-old building won approval from voters on Tuesday night.
The measure passed 692-483, according to a post on the library’s Facebook page.
“We are grateful for the community’s support for this project and look forward to moving ahead with next steps,” the post added.
According to OPL, the average annual tax impact is expected to be $184, or $15.33 per month, for homeowners residing within the boundaries of the Ossining Union Free School District, which includes the village and town of Ossining and small portions of New Castle and Yorktown.
Highlights of the proposal include repairing the retaining wall in the property’s northwest corner, reconfiguring the parking lot, replacing the library’s HVAC equipment, relocating the Teen Room to the lower level, repairing the roof, expanding the lobby and remodeling restrooms.
The first phase of the project is expected to run from May 2026 to May 2027 for repairing the retaining wall, stormwater drainage work, and reconfiguration and repaving the parking lot.
Phase 2, from April 2027 to September 2028, includes installing the new HVAC system, roof repairs, health and safety improvements, relocation of Teen Room, expansion of front and back entries and the addition of meeting and program spaces
The library will stay open during the first part of the project in 2026 but may need to relocate in 2027 during the second phase. The project team is currently looking for alternative parking and temporary space.
