FRPL sent its views on the proposed debt for Central Library and past history of planning re Central. See FRPL letter to RPL March 24, 2026 Board meeting.FRPL to RPL for Mar 24, 2026 mtg – final-rev
In brief
It makes most sense to keep and update the heritage Central building, do repairs, as needed, to the current structurally sound building, and put on an addition when funds are available.
In July 2024, the RPL had asked and City Council had committed up to $119 million of debt for the Central Library Renewal
Project (CLRP). BUT these funds were actually not fully committed in the budget and now only a portion will be available by 2030, unless federal and provincial grants offset other city debts.
Friends of the Regina Public Library 