The new library will open November, 2009

The County of Yolo, in partnership with the Winters Joint Unified School District, the City of Winters, The Winters Friends of the Library, the Margaret Parsons Trust and the community of Winters have come together to build a new joint use (community and high school) library on the Winters High School campus. Serving equally the high school and the community, the new facility will feature significantly increased hours of operations during the school year, expanded public access computers and a fresh materials collection of books, DVDs and CDs. Designated spaces will be available for storytelling, group study and tutoring as well as a divisible community meeting room.

Why is a new library being built?
A new library is desperately needed in Winters, as the existing facility was built in the 1950’s as a TEMPORARY facility for the California Bureau of Reclamation during the construction of the Monticello Dam. Constructed of cinderblocks on a concrete floor coupled with a flat roof, the building poses many challenges for modern use. In spite of numerous repairs and replacement efforts, the roof leaks causing extensive damage to the ceilings, walls and materials. The concrete walls and flooring pose significant problems to the modern needs of the community as it grows and technology demands increase. The above names only some of the severe problems growing at the current location. The new library will offer more space, expanded children programs, protected materials, expanded technology area, and longer operating hours to enhance the growing needs of the community.

How can I support the new library?
Click here to make a donation to the Winters Library Fund.

How will the donated funds be used?
The funds will be used to update and enhance the book collection and purchase equipment, furnishings and programs in the following categories:

• 30% Children
• 10% Young Adults
• 25% Adults
• 15% Spanish
• 20% Media

How much money needs to be raised?
The goal is $250,000 by the December 2010. Contributions will be sought from individuals, companies and foundations.

Will the hours of operation change?
Yes. Library hours will increase from 29 to 48 hours and will be available for both the public and students. The public is welcome at all open hours.

How will the general public be accommodated on schools grounds?
The new site will be on the edge of the school grounds, so patrons will not actually enter school grounds; patrons will enter from Railroad Avenue or the parking lot adjacent to the building.

How much will a new library building cost?
The approved budget for the new library is $5.2 Million

How will the library building be paid for?
The library building was funded through contributions from the following organizations and agencies. Yolo County $3,242,600 City of Winters $874,000 Winters Unified School District $988,000 Margaret Parsons’ Trust $400,000 Friends of the Library $50,000

What services and materials will be available at the new library?

• 1. Expanded hours of operation
• 2. Expanded technology area (44 public computers and wireless capabilities)
• 3. More reader seating, from 25 to 67 seats
• 4. A new young adult/ teen center
• 6. Express check-out
• 7. More meeting rooms offered with lap top computer, printer, projector and podium
• 8. Convenient collection bins
• 9. Two group study and tutoring areas

Contact Us
For more information about the Library and the Library Capital Campaign, please email Patty Wong or call her at 530-666-8002.