Board backs $3M CDBG bid and temporary‑relocation planning for county library expansion

Mar 11, 2026

San Benito supervisors directed staff to pursue a competitive $3 million CDBG grant for an 18,000 sq ft library expansion, to advertise a March 17 public hearing, and to explore temporary relocation options (mobile services, leased space or trailers) so construction can proceed with minimal service disruption.

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County staff outlined options to expand the San Benito County Free Library to roughly 18,000 square feet and flagged higher‑than‑expected costs for electrical, plumbing and temporary relocation during construction.

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