In 1994 a library committee and the San Mateo Public Library Foundation were formed. Their goal was to find the funding for a new main library branch, since the existing library was overcrowded. A bond measure was finally passed in 1999 and it provided $30 million for a new main branch library. Several years later the old main branch closed and it was moved to a temporary location. Then in 2006 the new main branch officially opened.
The new main branch is a visually pleasing building, both inside and outside. The photo above illustrates this, it is a view of the Periodical Reading Lounge In addition, it has many green building features. These are showcased in their Green Living Center. There is a model of the library that can be viewed here.
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