San Benito County continues to grow, and our community deserves modern library, educational, and community learning resources that can serve residents for generations to come.

We respectfully request that San Benito County leaders explore opportunities to expand library services and evaluate long-term solutions that address the educational, technological, and community needs of our growing population.

Potential options could include:

Option 1: New County Library at Santana Ranch
Exploring the development of a new San Benito County Library and Community Resource Center on approximately 10.92 acres located at Hillcrest Road and Fairview Road within the Santana Ranch development, including:

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Option 2: Joint Library and Learning Center Partnership
Exploring a partnership between the San Benito County Free Library, Gavilan College Hollister, local educational institutions, and community organizations to create a shared library and learning center that could provide:

Expanded public library services
College and student study spaces
Public computer and technology access
Workforce development resources
Adult education opportunities
Community meeting facilities
Children's literacy programs
Community events and cultural programming
What We Are Asking For
By signing this petition, we encourage San Benito County leaders to:

Evaluate current and future library needs.
Conduct feasibility studies for library expansion opportunities.
Explore the Santana Ranch site as a potential location.
Explore partnerships with Gavilan College and other educational institutions.
Seek grant funding and public-private partnership opportunities.
Engage residents in discussions about the future of library and learning services in San Benito County.
Important Notice
This petition does not endorse a specific development proposal, tax measure, bond measure, land acquisition, or construction project.

Rather, it encourages County and educational leaders to explore all viable options for expanding library, educational, and community learning services for San Benito County residents.

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