Branch Improvement Program
The Branch Library Improvement program that began in 2009 is the result of the passage of Measure FF in November 2008, a $26 Million bond measure to fund the four branch libraries. Help plan your Safe, Accessible Libraries for the future.
Follow the construction progress.
BranchVan
The BranchVan was purchased with funds from Measure FF, passed by Berkeley voters in November 2008. The BranchVan will deliver holds and pick up returns at designated stops near branches when they are closed for construction.
Claremont Branch
North Branch
South Branch / Tool Lending
- Latest Plans
- South Branch is currently closed for construction.
- Weekly Construction Update
- Summary
- FAQ
- Services During Closure (South Branch Temporary Closure Guide)
- Temporary Tool Lending Location is open at 2525 8th Street.
- BranchVan service began March 26, 2012 at the MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/Young Adult Project (YAP) at 1730 Oregon Street. Click here for the schedule
- Holds F.A.Q. Concerning the Branch Construction Projects.
West Branch
- West Branch is currently closed for construction.
- Library News item: West Branch Library Closing Party
- Invitation to Bid for West Branch Construction. The full project announcement and invitation to bid can be found on the City of Berkeley’s website, here.
- Library News item: West Branch Library Project Construction Bids
- Latest Plans
- Summary
- FAQ
- Services During Closure
- BranchVan service will begin May 7th, 2012 at Rosa Parks school at 920 Alllston Way. Click here for the schedule.
- Holds F.A.Q. Concerning the Branch Construction Projects.
