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MoVal Officially Begins Construction on District 2 Library Branch

By Stella Pierce, Community Writer
August 21, 2024 at 07:51am. Views: 627

The City of Moreno Valley celebrated the demolition of the current Sunnymead Ranch structure on August 12, marking the commencement of construction for the new Sunnymead Ranch Branch of the Moreno Valley Public Library. 

 

“Our library system is bringing city services closer to home for our residents, making these resources more accessible for everyone,” said Mayor Ulises Cabrera. “The addition of the Sunnymead Ranch branch, our city's fourth library, will provide an impressive collection of educational resources and high-tech equipment, enhancing access to knowledge and learning right in our community.”

 

The new library, which will be located at 23571 Sunnymead Ranch Parkway in District 2, marks a significant milestone, with Moreno Valley now providing a library in every district of the City. Notably, it is also the City’s first library north of Highway 60, conveniently located near several schools, and will provide essential services and resources to the community.

 

“The residents in District 2 will soon have a library of their own,” said Councilmember Ed Delgado. “Our library system continues to expand and grow to meet the needs of our residents.”  

 

The project, funded by Developer Impact Fees, is anticipated to be completed in approximately 18 months. The 5,700-square-foot facility, designed by T.R. Design Group—the same firm behind the City’s Iris Plaza Library—will serve as a social and educational hub, offering modern amenities and state-of-the-art resources.

Features of the new library will include:

 

·     Spaces for Quiet Study: Two study rooms

·     STEAM Exploration: Collections and programs focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics

·     Program Room: For storytimes, workshops, special events, and community meetings

·     Tech Center: Equipped with gaming computers, virtual reality equipment, 3-D printers, robotics kits, and maker stations

·     Resources: Wide range of resources, including books for children, teens, and adults; public computers, printing stations, and mobile printing access; large monitors for screencasting; free Wi-Fi; free programs and events for all ages, and friendly staff available for reader’s advisory, guided instruction, or referrals to appropriate resources. Additionally, it will serve as a cooling or warming center during extreme temperatures.

 

More information on this project and the City’s libraries can be found at moval.org/mv-library.

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