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Main Library Renovation Project <br />August 6, 2024 <br />Page 2 <br />15301(a) and 15301(d) of the CEQA Guidelines for projects consisting of interior <br />and exterior alterations, as well as restoration or rehabilitation of structures, <br />facilities, mechanical equipment, and windows. The proposed project continues <br />to meet these parameters of the CEQA Guidelines, and Categorical Exemption <br />Environmental Review No. ER-2024-30 was filed for Project 22-1380 on April 17, <br />2024. <br />GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No <br />DISCUSSION <br />The Santa Ana Public Library was allocated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding <br />to advance educational equity and support for impoverished and underserved Santa <br />Ana communities within qualified census tract areas. This project meets the intent of the <br />funding source by enhancing the Library's physical, digital, and technological <br />environment that will expand access and provide free innovative and interactive spaces <br />for children, teens, and their families. The scope of work includes site work for surface <br />parking, site utility improvements, entrance walkways, pedestrian lighting, renovation of <br />exterior public spaces, site furnishings, irrigation, and landscaping. The Main Library <br />building consists of 39,790 square feet and has two floors and a below -grade basement. <br />Additional improvements will include the following: <br />• Hazardous material removal <br />• Demolition, repair, and restoration of exterior marble fagade <br />• An accessible elevator <br />• Repair and revitalization of north facing windows <br />• Full historic restoration of interior spaces <br />• Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical improvements <br />• Low -voltage systems <br />• Communications equipment <br />• Electrical security <br />To accommodate community needs, the upgraded facility will also include new book <br />drop locations, bookmobile parking, shared public spaces such as Science, Technology, <br />Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning areas, a large community room <br />equipped for public meetings, and a new Santa Ana History Room. <br />The Public Works Agency's Engineering Services Division (PWA) is responsible for the <br />administration and oversight of all Capital Improvement Projects in the City. For the <br />Main Library Renovation Project (Project), construction will be led and administered by <br />PWA, who will ensure that the contractor complies with requirements, plans, and <br />specifications of the project. <br />