Project Details
Project Timeframe:
Construction is scheduled to begin December 2017 and go through May 31, 2018.
Construction is scheduled to begin December 2017 and go through May 31, 2018.
Planned Improvements:
- A more open floor plan with lower shelving and access to natural light
- A variety of seating styles and reading areas
- Additional meeting and study rooms
- Expanded youth areas for toddler/preschool, school-age, and teens
- Improved security and sight lines throughout the building
- New computer lab
- New local history research area
- New centrally located entrance
- Upgraded mechanical equipment
- Updated carpeting and furniture
How much will the project cost?
Approximately $2.1 million.
How will this be funded?
$1.9 million is funded through a loan from the City’s Capital Improvement Program. The funds will be paid back to the City over 12 years through the library’s operating funds. About $200,000 will be paid for through library endowments and capital campaign donations. The SPL Foundation is currently fundraising to enhance this project. For more information (or to donate to the SPL Foundation) click here.
Who is working on the project?
The architects are MSR/LHB. The general contractor is Max Gray Construction. LHB will be doing the construction oversight.
Approximately $2.1 million.
How will this be funded?
$1.9 million is funded through a loan from the City’s Capital Improvement Program. The funds will be paid back to the City over 12 years through the library’s operating funds. About $200,000 will be paid for through library endowments and capital campaign donations. The SPL Foundation is currently fundraising to enhance this project. For more information (or to donate to the SPL Foundation) click here.
Who is working on the project?
The architects are MSR/LHB. The general contractor is Max Gray Construction. LHB will be doing the construction oversight.
