MALIBU—A massive renovation project will soon take place at the Malibu public library. The city intends to expand the facility, add some new amenities, and meet very high environmental standards in the process.
The library was originally scheduled to close in early June, but since the project has been postponed, the library is expected to be fully functional at least until the end of the summer. Once it closes, the library will continue to operate via its website, and it will offer minimal services at the nearby County building.
Malibu would like their new library to qualify for LEED certification. The Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design program was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council to provide an official verification system for “green” buildings. Only buildings that meet the strictest standards for energy efficiency, conservation of water, and carbon dioxide emissions can be LEED certified. The renovated Malibu library will be the city’s first building to meet such standards.
Other improvements will include a larger, redecorated community room and murals portraying the history of Malibu on the walls. The new library will devote a significant amount of space and resources to children and teens. The building will feature a kitchen as well as a copy center.
County property taxes have acquired $5.2 million to fund the project. The library is in the process of raising $500,000 more. If you would like to donate money to the project, please visitci.malibu.ca.us/index.cfm/fuseaction/detail/navid/310/cid/15453/ and click “Donate.”
