Retaining Wall Repairs
A portion of the Library’s retaining wall at the northwest corner of the property has experienced signs of distress, including bulging, gaps, cracks, and movement of the wall facing.
Over the last three years, the Library has engaged a professional land surveyor to monitor the wall and parking lot for movement. Over this time period, changes in the lateral position and elevation of some monitoring points confirm portions of the wall continue to move. Engineers from Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) recommend repairing this portion of the wall.
SGH further suggested that the Library prohibit parking near the impacted area out of an abundance of caution. The Library fenced off a total of seventeen parking spaces in May 2022, which accounts for 25% of the property’s total parking. This has caused great disruption and inconvenience for patrons.
Building on the Best
For more than 130 years, the Ossining Public Library has established a legacy of service, enrichment, and inspiration to the greater Ossining community. Chartered as The Sing Sing Public Library in 1893, the library began as a collection of 700 books in the superintendent’s office before finding a permanent home on Croton Avenue in 1914.
This year, we’re looking to build on our legacy with a necessary and innovative renovation.
Follow along here for project news and updates.
Critical Needs
Retaining Wall Repairs
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HVAC Repairs
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Fire Safety Upgrades
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New Roof
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New Teen Space and Improved Quiet Areas
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Expanded Lobby
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More Private Meeting Rooms
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