The new 9,300 Ortega Branch Library, adjacent to a Public Works designed playground, includes a green living-roof; a beautiful view to the Pacific Ocean; a program room with sliding glass walls that can be opened for larger programs; an adjacent outdoor terrace; a large reading area; distinct children’s and teen spaces; drought-tolerant and native species landscaping; bioswales to capture water from the roof for use onsite; and maximum use of natural light. LEED Silver certification or greater is expected.