Photo Credit: Montclair Local; Description: Library Director Radwa Ali in the Children’s Room at the Montclair Public Library
The Township of Montclair, the Montclair Public Library, and the Montclair Public Library Foundation today announced the Library has been selected to receive $36.6 million in transferrable tax credits through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Cultural and Arts Facilities Expansion (CAFE) Program, representing one of the largest single public investments ever made in Montclair’s library system.
The award will support a comprehensive renovation and modernization of both branches of the Montclair Public Library, addressing critical infrastructure needs while positioning the Library to better serve residents for generations to come. A recent capital needs assessment identified at least $14 million in deferred maintenance and essential ADA upgrades across the Library’s facilities. Through the CAFE program, the Library will be able to complete these high-priority projects while also undertaking a broader, once-in-a-generation transformation of its public library spaces – without further adding to the tax burden of Montclair residents. A 20% equity requirement will be met by $5 million in library capital funds allocated by the Town in 2025 and by funds raised by the Montclair Public Library Foundation. Read more . . .
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