Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) is embarking on an ambitious plan to open a new Library destination in the southern region of Jefferson County to provide greater access to resources, information, and opportunities for every generation.
Ask a question about South County by emailing southcountyproject@jeffcolibrary.org.
Update on South County Location
In 2022, Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) considered a proposal from the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) to purchase up to six acres of the 29.6-acre Sledding Hill Park for a new South Jefferson County Library and associated park improvements. To seek resident input on this proposal, several community meetings were hosted and attended by JCOS and JCPL. We thank all the residents that participated in these meetings and are grateful for the discussions, variety of perspectives, and valuable input shared.
At this point, JCOS has decided to delay a decision on this proposal indefinitely. JCOS and JCPL will provide public notification when more details are available. Learn more about the project timeline., opens a new window
The Value of Public Libraries
Learn more about the impact of public libraries in local communities from these sources:
- "Understanding the Social Wellbeing Impacts of the Nation's Libraries and Museums," Institute of Museum and Library Services, 2021, opens a new window
- "Public libraries continue to adapt, enriching communities across America," Gregory Gilpin, Brown Center Chalkboard at Brookings.edu, June 1, 2021, opens a new window
- "The State of America’s Libraries: Special Report: Pandemic Year Two," American Library Association, April 2022, opens a new window
- "The Post-pandemic Future of Libraries," Deborah Fallows, The Atlantic, May 12, 2020, opens a new window
- "How public libraries help build healthy communities," Marcela Cabello and Stuart M. Butler, Up Front at Brookings.edu, March 30, 2017, opens a new window
- "Libraries 2016," PEW Research Center, Sept. 9, 2016, opens a new window
