Library Remodel Update Abbot Chambers City Librarian 19 March 2013
Presentation Overview Goals of the remodel project Tour of the remodel What’s left to do Project funding Thank you!
Project Goals Create a special place for children with sound separation from the Library “living room” Create a more open and flexible floor plan Showcase new materials added to the collection Improve facilities for laptop users and users of library computer stations Improve work spaces in the staff workroom Keep the Library open during construction
Keeping the Library Open November 12, 2012
November 12 through March 3 Construction and furniture installation phases of the Library remodel project
Library remained open except for four weekdays and two Sundays November 12 December 12 January 16 February 19 February 24 March 3
November 13 – February 18 Sound barrier between construction area and the rest of the Library, which remains open
February 20 – March 3 Furniture installation takes over the Library Microlibrary in Litho Street lobby
Circulation of Materials During Remodel Compared to Same Period a Year Ago + 12.3% Nov. 12, 2011 – March 3, 2012 Last Year Nov. 12, 2012 – March 3, 2013 Remodel
Remodel Tour February 19, 2013
New Kids Room
View from the Mezzanine
New Service Desk
New Materials
Staff Workroom
More Computers, More Outlets
“The children's space looks as if it's always been that way, which to me is always a sign of a successful remodel. And overall, I love how the library looks more open and accessible and truly a place that is looking to serve the community in as many ways as possible.” - Marilyn Burns
What’s Left? Wood tops and ends for metal shelving Professional signage Technology “petting zoo” City Librarian office Remodel celebration week in June Project funding
Project Funding $260,296 total project cost $36,298 over budget Staff report requesting supplemental appropriation Options Reallocation of City Hall capital project funds Request allocation from the Library Capital Improvement Fund (remaining assets $109,000)
Thank You! Mary Richardson City Council Library Foundation Friends of the Library DPW John McCoy Library Patrons Library Staff
Questions?