Library, Fire Station Construction Contract Awarded to Swinerton

Swinerton Builders’ award of the $33-million Design-Build Hearn Community Hub – Phase 1 project marks a transformative milestone for Santa Rosa, California, creating a permanent home for the library and establishing a critical new fire station. This civic complex, located on a six-acre site, will provide much-needed amenities and has been met with great anticipation by the community, which has long awaited expanded resources and services in southwest Santa Rosa.

The first phase includes a library designed by Jayson Architecture, a fire station designed by Shah Kawasaki Architects and a surrounding landscape designed by RHAA to enhance local infrastructure and community connection. This will be the city’s first library in 20 years.

Future phases envision adding recreation and aquatic centers, supporting a comprehensive vision for southwest Santa Rosa’s growth. Swinerton’s design, developed in collaboration with aforementioned architects and local stakeholders, embraces flexibility to meet present and future needs while remaining true to the city’s community-centered goals. Kitchell and Group 4 Architecture developed the early concept plans and Swinerton’s Design-Build team is bringing Santa Rosa’s investment to life, ensuring a modern, adaptable space for residents for generations to come.

On Dec. 12, 2024, the city of Santa Rosa and Sonoma County Library hosted a Vision Unveiling event for the community to view the designs for the new 10,315-square-foot library and 9,915-square-foot fire station. Speakers also provided a project update announcing that work is expected to start in the fall of 2025.