In May 2019, Meridian voters passed a plant facility levy measure for $14 million to renovate, expand, and modernize our district.
The levy has supported new library branches in north and south Meridian. It will also pay for a major renovation of the branch on Cherry Lane, which is over 20 years old. The first capital project, renovation of a building in downtown Meridian for the unBound business and tech library, was completed in 2021.
Construction began on the north Meridian Library at Orchard Park branch, the second capital project, in 2021. The 15,000-square-foot library located at Linder Road and Chinden Boulevard was designed with an emphasis on accessibility and adaptability. Orchard Park opened on May 1, 2023.
In early 2023, negotiations began with the developer and land donor for the Meridian Library at Pinnacle branch, formerly referred to as South branch, our third capital project. The new Pinnacle branch opened on Sept. 30, 2024.
The Cherry Lane branch closed Aug. 9, 2025, and is expected to reopen Winter 2026/2027. Timelines reflect current estimates and will be adjusted as projects develop. Check back for updates!
