California State Library awards $4.2 million grant to City of Goleta

GOLETA, Calif. – The California State Library has awarded a $4.2 million grant to the City of Goleta.

Officials said the funds will be used to improve the Goleta Valley Library (GVL) facility with the aim of supporting critical maintenance needs, energy efficiency, Library-related infrastructure and physical access.

Goleta City Manager Robert Nisbet said, “We are grateful for this grant funding from the California State Library to ensure that this well-loved community hub that serves an average of 260,000 patrons a year is structurally sound, safe, and accessible to everyone who comes through its doors for years to come.” 

The GVL serves the City of Goleta, Isla Vista, Hope Ranch, Gaviota and unincorporated County areas of the greater Goleta Valley.

This grant adds to the excitement at the GVL, as the Library just celebrated it's 50th anniversary.