Council authorizes Phase 2 design work for downtown Williamsburg library; $1M design step does not commit to construction

Dec 12, 2025

Council authorized Phase 2 of the interim agreement with the design firm to advance the downtown library to a guaranteed maximum price; council and residents emphasized long-term community benefits while acknowledging cost concerns and the need for a later construction decision.

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Williamsburg City Council voted to authorize Phase 2 of an interim agreement for design of a new downtown library, clearing the way for the city's architect to develop design documents and produce a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for future council consideration.

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