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.
This bond proposal will fund critical repairs and renovations needed to continue providing the best possible service to the community.
These key projects include:
- Repairs to the retaining wall and drainage system
- Parking lot improvements
- New heating and cooling systems
- Roof repairs
- Health and safety repairs and improvements
- Service-related upgrades and improvements
A $30 million bond proposal is targeted for a public vote in mid-September 2025. The Library will maintain essential programs, services, and staffing while the work is underway.
The average full value of homes within the entire Library District is approximately $625,000 and the average annual impact is expected to be $184, or $15.33 per month.
Public information sessions will be held in the summer; please bookmark our website for dates and times.