Why change?

Municipal Hall is in need of extensive repairs to the building envelope. Staff’s goal is to avoid costly remediations that would later need to be removed or altered if Council chooses the option of expanding the existing building and Library.

Growing pains

In 2022, the District conducted a Facility Needs Assessment that reveled not only the wide repairs needed for Municipal Hall, but that the District was outgrowing the space. In June 2024, an architectural consultant looked at the repairs needed and conducted a Space Needs Assessment for the Library revealing that the Library is significantly undersized for its serving population, necessitating an expansion to maintain an elevated level of service to the community.

Choices

In June 2024, multiple options were presented to Council. All options require the replacement of the building envelope:

  1. Keep the tower and replace the building envelope including windows and roof.
  2. Remove the tower, add a small addition/wing to the building.
  3. Add a large addition to the building, expanding the Library and meeting spaces significantly.
  4. Make some of the building envelope repairs and consult community to explore various options for increasing space.

Council chose option 4 which brings us to now.

Preparation

Our Parks crews will begin prepping the site by:

  • removing benches
  • pruning or removing plants and trees
  • cutting back the wisteria outside the library (not to worry, this plant grows quickly).

The removed benches, plants and trees will be stored and put back once ready.

To accommodate an on-site work trailer and waste bin, the parking stalls (including one handicap stall) facing the small shady grass area will be closed of to the public.

Scaffolding and fencing will be installed along the south elevation of the building, but no access will be blocked. Throughout October, the siding will be removed.

Details

Details of the project include:

  • replacing the windows and the doors
  • removing and replacing the siding
  • applying a rainscreen

All businesses will be open during construction

Timeline

Re-imagining the Library and Municipal Hall

Project Overview

The District of Sechelt is re-imagining its Library and Municipal Services Building to better serve our growing community. These are important spaces where people learn, access services and connect with others.

We’re looking at a few different options, like fixing the current building or building something new. But we can’t decide without your help. We want to hear what matters most to you, so we can make a plan that works for everyone.

Why This Matters

The Sechelt Public Library and Municipal Hall are a key piece of how we serve the residents and businesses of Sechelt. From customer service and planning to permits and community programs, this building must be efficient, accessible, and ready for the future.

Your voice matters. This is a community-driven process to ensure the outcome reflects shared values around sustainability, service, cost, and livability.

How to Participate

Get Involved

  1. Take the online survey below: Open from May 26 to June 20, 2025
  2. Submit a question below
  3. Participate at an event in-person:
    • June 6 at the Sechelt Library from 3-7 p.m.
    • June 7 at the Sechelt Farmers' and Artisans' Market from 10 a.m - 1 p.m.
Municipal hall with scaffolding on it
Front view of hall with scaffolding
Overhead view of hall and parking lot

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