New York State Library

Division of Library Development

Public Library Construction Grant Program

Shovel-Ready Public Library Construction Projects as of February 25, 2009
Listed by County and Library (Alphabetically)

By County: Albany | Allegany | Bronx | Cattaraugus | Chautauqua | Chemung | Chenango | Clinton | Columbia | Cortland | Dutchess | Erie | Essex | Franklin | Fulton | Genesee | Greene | Herkimer | Jefferson |Kings (Brooklyn) | Livingston | Madison | Monroe | Nassau | New York (Manhattan) | Niagara | Oneida | Onondaga | Ontario | Orange | Orleans | Oswego | Otsego | Putnam | Queens | Rensselaer | Richmond (Staten Island) | Rockland | Saratoga | Schenectady | Seneca | St. Lawrence | Steuben | Suffolk | Sullivan | Tompkins | Ulster | Warren | Wayne | Westchester | Wyoming | Yates

County  Library/Library Building Branch Name Description  Total Cost  CD  AD SD Construction Duration (in months) Green Project Energy Efficiency/
Cost Savings

Albany

Albany Public Library Arbor Hill Branch Construction of new 12,000 square foot branch library (including geothermal wells) $5,715,745 21 104 46 36 Y Y
Delaware Branch Total renovation/rehabilitation and major energy-efficiency upgrades $4,728,074 21 104 46 36 Y Y
Howe Branch Total renovation/rehabilitation and major energy-efficiency upgrades $5,242,637 21 104 46 36 Y Y
New Scotland Branch Total renovation/rehabilitation and major energy-efficiency upgrades $4,048,580 21 104 46 36 Y Y
Pine Hills Branch Total renovation/rehabilitation and major energy-efficiency upgrades $4,784,437 21 104 46 36 Y Y
Altamont Free Library Extensive renovations to Altamont Train Station for use as a library $500,000 21 104 46 24 Y
Bethlehem Public Library Expansion and reconstruction of existing parking lot including rerouting of access to and egress from lot; new covered shelter for passenger dropoff and pickup; new walkways and crosswalks from parking to library building $460,034 21 108 46 18
Cohoes Public Library Replacement of lighting fixtures with energy-efficient units $75,000 21 106 46 12 Y
Guilderland Public Library Reconfigure existing space to enlarge the Community Room and Children's area, relocate and enlarge the Technology Dept., and create a new community room/local history area; relocate all sewer lines  $1,100,000 21 104 46 24
Rensselaerville Public Library Replacement of siding; rehabilitation of roof; reconfiguration of basement space to use as storage and work area $37,850 21 102 42 15 Y

Allegany

David A. Howe Public Library Reconstruction of exterior stairway; replacement and restoration of building's original windows $145,222 29 149 57 24 Y

Cattaraugus

Allegany Public Library Replacement of HVAC and lighting systems in historic building $40,000 29 149 57 18 Y Y
Olean Public Library Construction of 11,000 square foot addition to existing building; extensive interior renovations to existing building including replacement of HVAC system and replacement of roof $4,000,000 29 149 57 36 Y Y

Chautauqua

Ashville Free Library Replacement of roof and windows; extensive renovations to second floor of existing building $64,400 27 150 57 24 Y
Falconer Public Library Replacement of HVAC and lighting systems in historic building; renovations to make basement handicap accessible $100,000 27 150 57 24 Y Y
James Prendergast Library Association Construction of 6,615 square foot addition to existing building; replacement of HVAC system, windows and roof; installation of electric lines and computer cables in concrete slab foundation; removal and replacement of existing carpet and floor tiles including asbestos abatement $4,422,027 27 150 57 36 Y
Kennedy Free Library Construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient "green" library building $2,500,000 27 149 57 36 Y Y
Lakewood Memorial Library Reconstruction/reconfiguration of existing space to create new Director's office and staff workroom, circulation area, computer area, and stacks; replacement of interior lights and windows; new ceiling; furnishings for newly configured area $154,789 27 150 57 30 Y

Chemung

Chemung County Library District Big Flats Branch Replacement of drywell and drainage in back parking lot $5,000 29 137 53 12 Y
Main Library Replacement of Bookmobile $200,000 29 137 53
Steele Branch Replacement of roof; complete rehabilitation of parking lot $785,000 29 137 53 18 Y

Chenango

Moore Memorial Library Construction of 17,470 square foot state of the art, energy-efficient expansion $3,500,000 24 107 52 36 Y Y
New Berlin Library Replacement of windows $8,500 24 122 50 18 Y
Oxford Memorial Library Construction of 1,100 square foot addition including installation of a chair lift, bathroom, and full basement for storage $419,240 24 107 52 30 Y

Clinton

Clinton Essex Franklin Library System Replacement of front steps and railing; reconstruction of collapsing driveway $25,000 23 114 45 15
Dodge Memorial Library Replacement of existing library's portico $30,000 23 114 45 9
Mooers Free Library Installation of insulation in attic of existing library building and replacement of 4 windows $5,000 23 114 45 15 Y
Peru Free Library Replacement of furnace, front sidewalk, and roof; installation of solar panels $134,582 23 114 45 24 Y Y
Plattsburgh Public Library Conversion to electric heat and installation of solar panels $375,000 23 114 45 24 Y Y

Columbia 

Claverack Free Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library; renovations to existing space to make building handicap accessible $1,000,000 20 103 41 30 Y
Hudson Area Association Library Extensive renovations to historic building $8,000,000 20 103 41 36 Y
Kinderhook Memorial Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $2,000,000 20 108 41 30 Y
New Lebanon Library Construction of 880 square foot addition including a kitchenette facility and purchase of furniture and equipment $331,431 21 108 41 30 Y
Roeliff Jansen Community Library Construction of new, energy-efficient green 7,500 square foot library building with LEED certification $2,078,500 20 103 41 30 Y Y
Valatie Free Library Extensive renovations of newly purchased library building $250,000 20 108 41 24 Y

Cortland

Peck Memorial Library Restoration of entire exterior of existing brick building; replacement of windows with energy-efficient units $218,000 24 123 51 24 Y

Dutchess 

Amenia Free Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $1,000,000 20 103 40 30 Y
Beekman Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $400,000 20 103 40 30 Y
Greater Poughkeepsie Library District Construction of a new 19,000 square foot four-floor expansion   $15,086,260 22 100 41 36 Y
Howland Public Library (Beacon) Construction of addition to double space of existing library $10,000,000 19 100 41 36 Y
Mid-Hudson Library System Renovations to existing building to increase energy-efficiency including installation of solar panels $500,000 22 100 41 24 Y
Pine Plains Library Construction of new library including installation of geothermal wells $2,100,000 20 103 40 30 Y Y
Pleasant Valley Free Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $2,500,000 20 103 41 30 Y
Red Hook Public Library Construction of three-story addition to rear of building $210,000 20 103 41 24 Y
Staatsburg Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $500,000 20 102 41 30 Y

Erie

Amherst Public Library Main Branch Replacement of roof over original part of building. $295,000 26 148 61 18 Y
Angola Public Library Construction of 1,138 square foot energy-efficient addition to provide public meeting and children's programming space $275,769 27 146 59 30 Y
Aurora Town Public Library Replace lighting with new, state of the art, energy-efficient lighting system; replacement of front entry doors with energy-efficient, ADA compliant units $18,000 27 123 54 12 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Central Library Extensive renovations of library building including installation of elevators to replace energy inefficient escalators, asbestos abatement, modification of generators to allow alternative fuel use $16,687,371 28 141 58 36 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Crane Branch Replacement of lighting, windows, roof, and ceiling tiles with energy-efficiency upgrades $140,000 27 141 58 24 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Dudley Branch Replacement of lighting and windows with energy-efficiency upgrades; replacement of existing floor to incorporate new wiring and electrical for connectivity and computer terminals $130,000 27 145 58 24 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library East Clinton Branch Replacement of lighting with new, energy-efficient lighting system; replacement of existing floor to incorporate new wiring and electrical for connectivity and computer terminals $110,000 27 145 58 24 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library East Delavan Branch Replacement of lighting with energy-efficiency lighting system; installation of new, energy-efficient, ADA compliant front door $37,000 28 141 60 15 Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Niagara Branch Replacement of lighting with energy-efficient lighting system; replacement of existing floor to incorporate wiring and electrical for connectivity and computer terminals; replacement of boiler with geothermal wells $260,000 27 144 58 30 Y Y
Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Riverside Branch Replacement of lighting with energy-efficient lighting system; replacement of roof and ceiling tiles to improve energy conservation $70,000 27 144 60 18 Y
Cheektowaga Public Library Anna M. Reinstein Memorial Library Total rehabilitation of parking lot $15,500 27 143 58 12
Cheektowaga Public Library Main Library Total rehabilitation of parking lot $4,055 27 148 58 12
City of Tonawanda Replacement of HVAC system; rehabilitation of the library's exterior walls $165,000 28 140 61 24 Y
Ewell Free Library Replacement of HVAC system on upper floor of building with energy efficient equipment; installation of energy efficient air conditioning equipment in basement meeting area $30,250 27 142 59 24 Y
Lancaster Public Library Resurfacing of existing concrete floor and replacement of deteriorated carpet $34,144 26 143 59 15
Marilla Free Library Reconfiguration of existing 3,400 square foot library to create more economical use of space including the expansion of the library's Employment/Education Resource Center $12,000 27 142 59 18
Town of Collins Public Library Installation of electric door openers to make front entry doors ADA compliant $5,000 27 146 59 6

Essex

Elizabethtown Library Association Replacement and reframing of door and replacement of building's historically significant windows $11,250 20 113 45 30 Y
White Plains Public Library Renovation of all public bathrooms for more efficient plumbing and wheelchair accessibility $275,000 18 88 37 24

Franklin

The Wead Library Purchase and installation of 40 windows with e-4 insulated glass window $40,000 23 114 45 15 Y

Fulton

Northville Public Library Installation of elevator lift; reconstruction of 2nd floor including structural modifications to create open meeting room and kitchenette; installation of new windows and zoned HVAC; Renovation of the basement including new lighting and electrical outlets, new ventilation, new interior stairs and painting $316,591 23 117 44 30 Y

Genesee

Byron-Bergen Free Library Gillam-Grant Community Center Replacement of windows with energy-efficient units $28,000 26 139 61 12 Y
Byron-Bergen Free Library Extensive interior renovations of library building $100,000 26 139 61 24 Y
Corfu Free Library Renovation of interior of new addition $18,800 26 139 61 18 Y
Haxton Memorial Library Replacement of windows with energy-efficient units $29,000 26 139 61 15 Y
Pavilion Public Library Reconfiguration of current circulation area $26,500 26 147 61 15
Richmond Memorial Library Renovations to make existing building handicap accessible; replacement of sidewalk; renovation of storage building $108,500 26 139 61 24
Woodward Memorial Library Installation of central air conditioning throughout existing library building; installation of energy-efficient window coverings $111,000 26 139 61 24 Y

Greene

Cairo Public Library Construction of new, state of the art, energy-efficient library building $3,500,000 20 127 51 36 Y
Haines Falls Free Library Replacement of roof, doors, and windows in newly purchased building $2,850,000 20 127 51 30 Y

Herkimer

Ilion Free Public Library Installation of new HVAC system and new electrical; reconstruction of existing space to create new circulation/reference area and new meeting room $264,200 24 117 51 30 Y

Jefferson

Cape Vincent Community Library Replacement of roof; renovations to make front entrance handicap accessible $25,000 23 118 48 18 Y
Carthage Free Library Renovations to make building fully accessible, including installation of an elevator; construction of building addition; expansion of parking lot $300,000 23 122 48 30 Y

Kings

Brooklyn Public Library 45 Branch Libraries Replacement of roof $27,000,000 Various Various Various 48 Y
45 Branch Libraries Replacement of windows with energy-efficient units $45,000,000 Various Various Various 48 Y
50 Branch Libraries Replacement of HVAC, boiler, and distribution system $60,000,000 Various Various Various 48 Y
53 Branch Libraries Installation of complete fire and safety alarm systems $26,500,000 Various Various Various 48
59 Branch Libraries Installation of complete building management system and lighting controls $29,500,000 Various Various Various 48 Y
Central Complete interior and exterior rehabilitation including replacement of windows, roof, HVAC, and electrical system $51,000,000 11 57 20 48 Y
Kensington Construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient green library building $18,000,000 11 44 21 36 Y Y
Park Slope Replacement of HVAC system $2,000,000 11 44 18 18 Y

Livingston

Dansville Public Library Construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient 7,200 square foot addition to existing building $2,800,000 26 147 57 18 Y
Lima Public Library Construction of 500 square foot addition. $196,510 26 147 59 24 Y Y

Madison

DeRuyter Free Library Asbestos abatement in basement; construction of addition to house elevator and egress stairs; installation of elevator $235,343 23 111 49 30 Y

Monroe

Farmers Library Company of Ogden Construction of energy-efficient addition to existing library $2,000,000 26 134 62 30 Y
Gates Public Library Construction of energy-efficient addition to existing library; extensive renovations to existing library space $6,600,000 29 133 62 36 Y
Rochester Public Library 10 Branches Comprehensive branch upgrade package including construction of building additions, upgrades to HVAC, replacement of windows and roofs, and creation of teen centers $2,000,000 28 Various Various 30 Y
Rochester Public Library Replacement of HVAC system; extensive restoration of infrastructure and entire exterior of existing building $10,500,000 28 133 56 36 Y
Town of Mendon Public Library Construction of new 6,840 square foot library incorporating green technology $1,865,541 29 130 55 36 Y Y

Nassau

Bayville Free Library Construction of 1,750 square foot expansion to existing library; extensive renovations to 2nd floor of existing library $697,500 3 13 5 36 Y
East Meadow Public Library Replacement of HVAC; installation of complete energy management system for entire building $129,400 4 15 6 12 Y
East Rockaway Public Library Installation of photovoltaic panels; rehabilitation of building exterior $250,000 4 20 9 24 Y
Farmingdale Public Library Extensive building renovations including installation of new, energy efficient lighting fixtures and energy control dimming system and sensor system $2,100,000 3 12 6 24 Y
Freeport Memorial Library Asbestos removal, reconstruction and new flooring, shelving, and furniture for children's room; reconstruction of circulation desk including floor adjustments and new electrical system $219,025 4 19 8 24 Y
Lynbrook Public Library Rehabilitation of damaged flooring including replacement of carpet $98,000 4 14 9 9
Nassau Library System Construction of new meeting rooms and computer center; renovations including new entrance and handicap accessible restrooms $700,000 4 18 6 18 Y
North Merrick Public Library Extensive renovations to existing library building; construction of addition to create community room; installation of photovoltaic panels $6,750,000 3 17 8 36 Y Y
Peninsula Public Library Construction of single lane driveway on west side of library building; reconstruction of existing parking lot $177,000 4 20 9 15
Roosevelt Public Library Excavation of building foundation and construction of new lower level and addition to existing building $8,500,000 4 18 8 36 N
Shelter Rock Public Library Replacement of 8 rooftop HVAC units $134,000 5 16 7 12 Y Y

New York

New York Public Library Central Branch Complete transformation of Research Library at 5th Avenue and 42nd st. The scope of this project will include infrastructure replacement, façade restoration, incorporation of energy-efficient technologies and increased broadband accessibility. Expansion of public space will include a new circulating library including additional book storage $280,000,000 14 75 26 48 Y

New York, Bronx, Richmond

New York Public Library Battery Park City, Highbridge, Kingsbridge, Mariners Harbor, 125th Street, 96th Street, Aguilar, Bloomingdale, Chatham Square, Epiphany, Fort Washington, George Bruce, Hamilton Fish Park, Hamilton Grange, Hudson Park, Kips Bay, Muhlenberg, Ottendorfer, Tompkins Square, Yorkville, Stapleton, St Agnes Extensive renovations to branch libraries, and the installation of new
fire alarms (upgrades when appropriate), sprinklers, emergency lighting,
public address systems or panic bar installation on doors
$6,950,000 Various Various Various 36 Y
Chatham Sq, New Amsterdam, Kips Bay, Tompkins Sq, Muhlenberg, Heiskell, Jefferson Market, Yorkville, 67th St, Hamilton Grange, Inwood, Riverdale,Spuyten Duyvil, East Chester, Edenwald, Wakefield, Allerton, Throgsneck, Van Nest, Westchester Sq, Belmont, Tremont, St George, Port Richmond, West New Brighton, Todt Hill, Richmond Town Purchase and installation of new HVAC system $31,830,000 Various Various Various 36 Y
Epiphany, Jefferson Market, 125th st, Westchester Sq, St George, West New Brighton, Kips Bay,Tottenville, East Chester, Huguenot Substantial renovations to existing branch library buildings. $80,600,000 Various Various Various 36 Y
Inwood, Port Richmond, St George, Huguenot Installation of ADA-compliant elevators $1,200,000 Various Various Various 24
Ottendorfer, Hudson Park, 96th St, Countee Cullen, Fort Washington, Washington Hts, Wakefield, Allerton, Throgs Neck, Grand Concourse, Hamilton Fish, Francis Martin, Belmont, West Farms, Hunts Pt, Melrose, Soundview, Port Richmond, Dongan Hills, Todt Hill, Richmondtown Substantial renovations to existing branch library buildings $97,100,000 Various Various Various 36 Y
Spuyten Duyvil, Edenwald, Van Nest, Westchester, Melrose, West New Brighton, Huguenot Purchase and installation of new upgraded fire alarm systems $2,060,000 Various Various Various 24

Niagara

Barker Free Library Extensive rehabilitation of interior and exterior of existing building $20,000 28 139 62 18 Y
Lewiston Public Library Replacement of doors with energy-efficient units; installation of energy-efficient window films; installation of energy-efficient motion sensor lighting $19,500 28 138 62 18 Y
Lockport Public Library Replacement of lighting with energy-efficient units; replacement of HVAC; installation of security gates with people counters; replacement of 21 windows; expansion to meeting room, children's room and storage area $44,500 26 142 62 24 Y
Middleport Public Library Extensive renovations to interior of existing building $28,000 26 142 62 18 Y
Newfane Free Library Replacement of windows and doors with energy-efficient units; replacement of siding; rehabilitation of parking lot $24,000 28 138 62 24 Y
Niagara Falls Public Library LaSalle Branch Rehabilitation of historic windows throughout building; installation of new exterior storm windows; installation of ductless air conditioning units $264,756 28 138 60 30 Y
Replacement of 54 windows; upgrade to air conditioning $318,000 28 138 60 30 Y
Nioga Library System Replacement of 3 air conditioning units; replacement of rooft; installation of 8 wind turbines; construction of 400 square foot addition to house computer equipment; rehabilitation of parking lot; repairs to exterior of original building; construction of handicap accessible entrance $852,500 26 138 62 36 Y Y
North Tonawanda Public Library Reconstruction of existing space to create new floor plan in library; purchase of furniture and carpeting for newly renovated space; rehabilitation of parking lot; upgrade to HVAC $155,116 26 140 62 30
Ransomville Free Library Construction of new 480 square foot building to store and preserve historical items $125,000 28 138 62 30 Y
Sanborn - Pekin Free Library Renovations to interior of existing building; construction of new meeting room $250,000 28 138 62 30 Y
Wilson Free Library Replacement of roof; installation of new drainage system; replacement of concrete flooring $70,500 28 138 62 24 Y
Youngstown Free Library  Construction of expansion to existing library $451,000 28 138 62 30 Y

Oneida

C. W. Clark Memorial Library Construction of an 1,100 square foot 2 story addition to existing library; purchase of new shelving. $153,008 24 111 49 24 Y
Jervis Public Library Reconstruction of 4 chimneys and adjacent roof slates on historic library building $145,020 23 116 47 24

Onondaga

Fayetteville Free Library Renovations to existing building to create Business Center, Café, and Performance Space $841,057 25 121 49 30 Y
Onondaga County Public Library Beauchamp Branch Replacement of roof $134,195 25 119 49 15 Y
Betts Branch Replacement of HVAC $122,714 25 120 50 15 Y
Hazard Branch Replacement of HVAC system including asbestos removal $255,000 25 120 50 18 Y
Mundy Branch  Replacement of roof $115,025 25 120 50 15 Y
Paine Branch Replacement of HVAC system including asbestos removal $115,000 25 120 50 18 Y
Soule Branch Replacement of HVAC $154,271 25 119 49 15 Y
Onondaga Free Library Construction of 20,000 square foot state of the art, energy-efficient expansion and extensive renovations to existing building $3,200,000 25 119 50 36 Y

Ontario

Geneva Public Library Renovation of 2nd floor in existing library building; replacement of BAC evaporative cooling tower $83,274 27 129 54 4 Y
Wood Library Association Construction of 7,500 square foot state of the art, energy-efficient addition and extensive renovations to existing library building $4,000,000 29 129 59 18 Y

Orange

Albert Wisner Public Library Construction of new 20,000 square foot library building (including geothermal heating system and solar glazed windows and doors) $8,950,000 19 97 38 36 Y Y
Pine Bush Area Public Library Replacement of HVAC system; replacement of roof; construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient 300 square foot addition $175,000 22 96 39 30 Y
Port Jervis Free Library Replacement of mechanical and electrical systems $515,000 19 98 42 24 Y
Ramapo Catskill Library System Demolition of building adjacent to system headquarters including asbestos abatement; construction of new parking lot $173,504 22 97 39 18
Tuxedo Park Library Extensive renovations to existing building to increase energy-efficiency $49,000 19 97 38 18 Y

Orleans

Community Free Library Merging of newly purchased building with adjacent existing library; demolition of common non-bearing walls; reconstruction and renovation of new "addition." $111,800 26 139 62 24 Y
Lee Whedon Memorial Library Acquisition of site and construction of new, state of the art, energy-efficient library building $920,000 26 139 62 30 Y Y
Swan Library Acquisition of site and construction of new 28,000 square foot state of the art energy-efficient library building $4,000,000 26 139 62 36 Y
Yates Community Free Library Parking lot expansion $10,000 28 139 62 12

Oswego

Fulton Public Library Reconstruction of sub-basement area to protect elevator and heating mechanicals room;  construction of new staircase from sub-basement to basement. $120,840 23 124 48 24 Y

Otsego

Richfield Springs Public Library Construction of 2nd floor addition to existing building. $100,333 24 111 51 24 Y

Putnam 

Alice Curtis Desmond and Hamilton Fish Library Renovations to existing building to increase energy-efficiency including installation of geothermal wells and solar panels $250,000 19 90 40 30 Y Y
Patterson Library Construction of addition to existing library $400,000 19 150 57 24 Y

Queens

Queens Borough Public Library Arverne Extensive renovations to existing building $1,830,000 6 31 14 24 Y
Astoria Rehabilitation including waterproofing of building exterior $1,800,000 14 36 12 24 Y
Auburndale Replacement of roof $425,000 5 26 11 18 Y
Bay Terrace Replacement of roof $425,000 5 26 16 18 Y
Briarwood Construction of state of the art, energy efficient silver LEED-certified expansion to existing library building; replacement of existing HVAC system $8,000,000 6 27 14 36 Y Y
Broadway Replacement of HVAC system $403,000 14 30 12 18 Y
Central Extensive renovations to main floor of existing building; replacement of roof $37,300,000 6 29 14 36 Y
Central Construction of new energy-efficient silver LEED-certified Children's Library Discovery Center $40,700,000 6 29 14 36 Y Y
Central Data Center Upgrading of electrical and technical capacities $1,300,000 6 29 14 18 Y
Corona, Glendale, Queens Village, Ridgewood, Maspeth Renovations to existing buildings to bring into compliance with ADA $885,000 Various Various Various 36
Douglaston Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $20,000,000 5 26 11 36 Y Y
East Elmhurst Construction of energy-efficient silver LEED-certified expansion to existing library building $3,200,000 7 35 13 36 Y Y
Elmhurst Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $26,000,000 5 26 11 36 Y Y
Far Rockaway Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $19,200,000 6 35 16 36 Y Y
Fresh Meadows Replacement of roof $525,000 9 24 16 18 Y
Glen Oaks Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $15,000,000 5 24 11 36 Y Y
Glendale Extensive building renovations including installation of elevator $9,500,000 9 38 15 36
Hollis Replacement of roof $350,000 6 24 11 18 Y
Jackson Heights Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $52,500,000 7 34 13 36 Y Y
Kew Gardens Hills Extensive renovations and expansion of existing building including foundation work to support existing structure $8,600,000 9 27 16 36 Y
North Hills Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified building $20,000,000 5 24 11 36 Y Y
North Hills Replacement of roof on existing building $330,000 5 24 11 18 Y
Queens West Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $25,000,000 14 37 12 36 Y Y
Queensboro Hill Renovation to bring building into compliance with ADA; replacement of roof $1,480,000 5 22 16 30 Y
Rego Park Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient silver LEED-certified facility $23,300,000 9 28 16 36 Y Y
Rego Park Purchase and installation of new, upgraded HVAC system and Building Management System  $460,000 9 28 16 36 Y
Richmond Hill Extensive renovations to existing building including installation of elevator $5,000,000 6 27 10 36 Y
Rochdale Village Extensive renovations to existing building and construction of new addition; replacement of roof $3,950,000 6 31 10 30 Y
Rosedale Replacement of HVAC system $435,000 6 29 14 15 Y
South Jamaica Purchase and installation of new, upgraded HVAC system and Building Management System $125,000 6 32 10 18 Y
Steinway Replacement of HVAC system $159,000 14 36 12 15 Y
Woodside Rehabilitation including waterproofing of building exterior $208,000 12 30 12 24 Y

Rensselaer

Brunswick Community Library Extensive renovations to interior and exterior of newly purchased building $135,000 20 108 43 30 Y Y
Rensselaer Public Library Renovation (general construction components) of newly purchased library building (including upgraded energy-efficient electrical, plumbing, and heating/cooling systems) $1,000,000 21 106 43 24 Y
Stephentown Memorial Library Construction of handicapped accessible deck area for community use; reconfiguration of existing building to create staff area $22,000 20 112 43 15

Rockland

Nanuet Public Library Demolition of existing building; construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient 40,000 square foot building $19,500,000 17 94 38 48 Y
New City Library Replacement of HVAC system; installation of new circulation desk; renovations to lobby including replacement of flooring and lighting; new front entrance steps and handicap ramp; extensive renovations to meeting room including "green" lighting system $884,500 18 94 38 24 Y Y
The Nyack Library Construction of new, state of the art energy-efficient 15,000 square foot addition; extensive renovations to existing building including installation of geothermal wells $9,627,500 17 95 38 36 Y Y
Valley Cottage Free Library Complete reconfiguration of space to expand circulation desk area including a new loft area which will be accessed by a new staircase and lift; construction of a 1,600 square foot addition to create a new children's department area; construction of new covered walkway and vestibule $1,350,000 17 94 38 36 Y Y
West Nyack Free Library Replacement of HVAC system $26,000 17 94 38 12 Y

Saratoga

Southern Adirondack Library System Replacement of roof $140,000 20 110 43 15 Y Y
Town of Ballston Community Library Upgrade thermostats, replace weatherstripping in doors; replace track lights and install motion sensor lights in closets and bathrooms $7,900 20 110 44 6 Y
Womens Round Lake Improvement Society Malta Construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient 5,130 square foot branch library fully furnished with green materials $1,420,148 20 112 43 30 Y Y

Schenectady

Mohawk Valley Library System Replacement of roof $105,725 21 105 44 18 Y

Seneca

Waterloo Library and Historical Society Construction of handicapped access ramp; restoration of brick and limestone exterior walls $144,888 24 129 54 24

St. Lawrence

Canton Free Library Morley Branch Replacement of roof, windows and doors to increase energy-efficiency/energy conservation $30,000 23 118 48 18 Y
Hammond Library Extensive renovations to basement of existing library to make space usable; replacement of roof; construction of exterior ramp to comply with ADA specifications; replacement of hot water heater $90,000 23 113 45 24 Y
Hepburn Library of Norfolk Renovations to make restroom wheelchair accessible $20,000 23 122 47 12
Hepburn Library of Waddington Restoration of building including new electrical and lighting systems; rehabilitation of exterior brick, stone, wood and windows; installation of insulation and ventilation in attic $327,200 23 118 48 30 Y
Potsdam Public Library Installation of elevator in existing elevator shaft and additional floor stops; renovations to install ramps, walkways, fire doors, and walls to provide access to the second and third floors of the library $185,000 23 118 47 24

Steuben

Dormann Library Relocation of utilities, including sewer, water, and plumbing lines; expansion of parking lot. $193,519 29 136 53 30 Y
Southern Tier Library System Installation of solar heating system including photovoltaic panels $75,000 29 136 53 18 Y Y

Suffolk

Brentwood Public Library Renovation of existing library building and construction of Arts Annex addition including self-service café, periodicals lounge, and art gallery to display works by local residents $1,507,610 2 6 3 30 Y
Central Islip Public Library Construction of new 837 square foot storage building and renovation/reconfiguration of existing library building to create new Children's Activity Center, Quiet Study/Local History room, and Computer Lab $2,128,394 2 6 3 36 Y
Elwood Public Library Extensive renovations of newly purchased building to transform into new library $600,000 2 9 5 24 Y
Half Hollow Hills Community Library Replacement of boiler and air handler systems. $664,243 2 92 35 12 Y
North Babylon Public Library Replacement of roof; installation of photovoltaic panels on roof $573,000 3 8 4 24 Y Y
Sayville Library Construction of new 38,000 square foot building (including geothermal heating and cooling and solar panels) $14,432,711 2 5 3 30 Y Y
Suffolk Cooperative Library System Removal of existing flooring in shipping area and replacement with 1/4" floor system; replacement of lighting in main office area; installation of new HVAC ductwork in original part of building $150,000 1 3 7 12 Y
Westhampton Free Library Construction of new LEED-certified 14,250 square foot library (including geothermal heating system and photovoltaic system) $7,827,820 1 2 1 36 Y Y

Sullivan

Daniel Pierce Public Library Construction of 23,500 square foot state of the art, energy-efficient addition; extensive renovation of existing library building including installation of geothermal units $5,044,500 22 98 42 36 Y Y
Western Sullivan Public Library Delware Free Branch Restoration of windows to increase energy-efficiency in historic building $19,500 22 98 42 18 Y
Jeffersonville Branch Replacement of HVAC system $16,000 22 98 42 12 Y
Tusten Cochecton Branch Replacement of roof; replacement of front door; renovations to increase storage space $30,575 22 98 42 18 Y

Tompkins

Groton Public Library Replacement of air conditioning system $15,000 24 125 51 6 Y

Ulster 

Cragsmoor Free Library Replacement of HVAC system; rehabilitation work on exterior of building including sealing and insulation upgrades for energy-efficiency; installation of energy-efficient lighting; rehabilitation work on 8 ft. windows in reading room (historic building) $44,200 22 101 42 24 Y
Highland Public Library Construction of new, state of the art, energy-efficient library building $3,000,000 22 100 39 36 Y Y
Marlboro Free Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $4,400,000 22 100 39 36 Y
Phoenicia Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $900,000 22 101 42 24 Y
Rosendale Library Construction of addition to double space of existing library $2,000,000 22 101 42 30 Y
Saugerties Public Library Construction of 8,000 square foot addition to historic library building and renovation of existing building $7,437,608 22 127 42 36 Y Y
Stone Ridge Library Construction of addition to double space of existing historic building $3,500,000 22 101 42 30 Y
The Gardiner Library Construction of new 4,900 square foot library (including cupola monitor to increase natural lighting, economizers on heating and cooling elements to maximize efficiency, automatic light control, and high insulation factors on walls, windows, and entries) $2,174,266 22 101 42 36 Y Y
Wallkill Public Library Construction of new state of the art, energy-efficient 8,700 square foot addition to existing library building $6,500,000 25 101 39 36 Y
Woodstock Public Library District Construction of addition to double space of existing library $5,200,000 22 101 42 36 Y

Warren

Stony Creek Free Library Extensive renovations to existing library building and expansion into neighboring building including fully green building materials and LEED certification $800,000 20 113 45 30 Y Y

Wayne

Palmyra Kings Daughters Free Library Extensive renovations to existing 12,000 square foot library building including installation of elevator and construction of addition to rear entry $2,939,100 25 128 54 36 Y

Westchester

Ardsley Public Library Construction of 2,200 square foot addition to existing library $1,324,690 18 92 35 30 Y
Katonah Village Library Renovation of 2 existing bathrooms to make them accessible; reconstruction of main floor including new electrical, lighting, ceiling, and flooring; purchase and installation of new shelving for newly reconstructed main floor; replacement of heating system boiler $673,826 19 89 40 30 Y
Larchmont Public Library Reconstruction of 3,000 square foot children's room in library that will be LEED-certified (including upgraded energy-efficient HVAC and lighting) $2,500,000 18 91 37 30 Y Y
Mount Kisco Public Library Construction of new 18,500 square foot building (including energy-efficient lighting and geothermal HVAC system) $9,656,306 19 89 40 36 Y Y
New Rochelle Public Library Replacement of Cooling Tower and HVAC system $150,000 18 91 37 15 Y
Somers Library Replacement of HVAC system $145,000 19 99 40 15 Y

Wyoming

Stevens Memorial Community Library Construction of new rear entrance including passive solar windows and solar panels; replacement of windows with energy-efficient units; replacement of siding and roof; reconfiguration of interior layout $500,000 26 147 59 30 Y Y

Yates

Penn Yan Public Library Construction of new, accessible vestibule and sidewalk from vestibule to existing sidewalk; sealing off of secondary entrance; reconfiguration of space to create new program room; renovation of 2 bathrooms to make them accessible $173,717 29 136 53 24 Y

Total:

$1,399,184,916

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