Library renovation options range from $25M to $60M; ad hoc committee to recommend an option to council

Trustees received a planning update on Sept. 11 about three conceptual options for renovating or rebuilding the South Pasadena library and adjacent community center, including cost ranges and potential funding paths. Committee members and staff reviewed a lower‑cost renovation option (approximately 27,000 square feet), a mid option combining renovation and new single‑story construction (roughly 27,000–37,000 square feet depending on finishes) and a larger new two‑story option (about 40,000 square feet) that would add community spaces such as a fitness room and maker/creative studios. The ad hoc committee has reviewed the concepts and is expected to recommend one option to the city council at its next meeting. Kylie, the staff presenter on planning, said the concepts were prepared…