We Can Do This - The Commons Foundation for The Larkspur Library

We Can Do This!

How We Can Get a New Library Built

Today’s plan enables future growth. A core library facility can be funded, built, and later expanded to include additional meeting spaces, public square and community center. This project will be constructed by the City using a bid-build basis to control costs.

NOTE: Today’s estimates are based on historic cost models for similar buildings and stated in today’s dollars.

Getting Started

Phase One Includes:

5,000 sq ft modern library
3,250 Outdoor program space
- Fenced children’s patio (1,250 sq ft)
- Ramada (2,000 sq ft)
Modern California Mission style
15 Car & bicycle parking
Display space for history & art
Park-like setting
Outdoor seating
$5 Million estimated cost

Future Phase – Add Public Square and Increase Parking

This phase completes the library, adds the public square and increases parking.

Adds 5,000 sq ft to the phase 1
Library for a total of 10,000 sq ft
Expanded library space and meeting rooms
Public Square
Tower
Vehicle turnaround
Increases parking to 40 spaces
$5 Million estimated cost

Future Phase – Community Center

This phase adds a new community center and increases parking.

Adds a 10,000 sq ft facility
Auditoriums that can be divided into smaller meeting rooms
Supports Parks and Recreation programming
Cultural events and exhibits
Historical archive and displays
Increases parking to 60 spaces
$10 Million estimated cost