Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

  • Because of the lengthy process around new construction, and the need to raise funds to construct a new building, we are estimating that construction could begin between 2025 and 2027. However, construction is dependent on a number of factors. Stay tuned!

  • The Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District has committed a 2-acre parcel at the Truckee Regional Park for a new Truckee Library.

  • Through a 2014 assessment led by Kathryn Page Associates, it was stated that a 20,000 square foot library is necessary to meet the standards of modern libraries today. Some of our sister mountain resort towns with smaller populations have spaces 4-5 times the size as our current library! Imagine what a 20,000 square foot space could provide the innovative, engaged community that is Truckee-Tahoe!

  • The LibraryUP campaign initiative is being led by the Friends of the Truckee Library, in partnership with Nevada County, Town of Truckee, and the Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District.

  • We are working closely with Nevada County and the Town of Truckee to determine funding and operational needs for a larger space. Both jurisdictions are committed to supporting a new home for the Truckee Library. Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District has committed a site at the Regional Park that fits our needs and we are thankful for their support.

  • While we are at the very beginning of the fundraising efforts to bring a new Truckee Library to the community, we are confident that funding will have to come from a variety of sources. We envision a mix of public, private, and philanthropic dollars being invested in the effort and will research funding streams, including a bond measure, to provide the level of financing we will need to bring this important community institution to life.

    • Finalized conceptual plans

    • Established a collaboration between FOTL, Nevada County and Town of Truckee with the shared goal of building a new library

    • Launched LibraryUP initiative to build awareness in the community

    • Identified and secured a 2 acre parcel for the site with the support of the community, Town of Truckee, and TDRPD

    • Started governance model/funding sources discussions

    • Outlined a timeline for completion of projects

    • And so much more to come!

  • The benefits libraries have on their communities are endless. Libraries are not only books on a shelf, but community gathering places that provide equal, equitable access and endless resources to community members of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Increased programming in a new, larger space could serve all community members on subjects ranging from renowned speaker series to book clubs to 3D printing to virtual reality sessions to community gardening classes: the opportunities are endless! In addition, while some may have everything they need at home, others visit the library for access to computers, workspace, a warm place to gather, career resources, and acts as simple as human connection with library staff. With over 200 visits to the current library per day, our library serves so many needs!

  • Our current maximum capacity is 54 people. For a library that serves over 200 people a day in a community of over 17,000, we need more space just to maintain basic operations. To be able to provide the range of programming and space needs for our local community, we need a larger facility. It has been shown that there is a 30-40% increase in library use when a new library is built; imagine the increased opportunities we can offer our ever-growing community with a larger space!

  • We serve nearly 100,000 patrons per year and welcome an average of 200 visits per day. Visitorship numbers are increasing every year