Project Tracker
Curious how the new library is coming along? You’ll find budget, funding, and construction updates here. Have a question we haven’t answered? Let us know.
Current Renderings
Building Project Budget and Funding
See how the new library is taking shape and how we’re paying for it.
Budget & Funding (as of Sept. 30, 2026)
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Community Info Session
Curious about what has changed, and what happens next with the new library project?
Join us on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30pm at the Skaneateles Library for a presentation about the building and site plans submitted to the Skaneateles Planning Board.
Building Timeline
Key milestones in the design and construction of the new library
Revised Planning Board Application Submitted
Planning Board Decision
Completion of schematic design
Building concept
Updated two-story building design concept unveiled.
Construction company selected
Board selects LeChase Construction to manage the new library build.
Initial schematic design completed
Historic preservation
Board voted to sell the current building at 49 E Genesee Street to the Barrow Gallery after relocation, preserving its historic home and public use. Learn more about the sale.
Architecture firm selected
Oudens Ello Architecture selected to design the new library. Learn about our architect selection.
Site Purchased
75 Fennell Street was purchased as the new library site. Capital Campaign Silent Phase began.
Site Selection
Board chooses 75 Fennell Street, negotiates purchase, and allows a year for the Town to vacate the site. Learn about our site selection process.
Voting
Board votes to build a new library on another site.
Design estimates
New designs and cost estimates commissioned for renovating and expanding the current building as part of the evaluation process.
Location exploration
Board forms a site committee to explore possible locations. Learn about our site selection process.
Early planning
Board conducts building and needs assessments, gathers community input, and develops renovation and relocation scenarios.
