Week of April 16, 2025: The Library is exploring temporary space options that several local partners have
brought to us. We are continuing with the construction documents and plan to incorporate a flexible space to be used for the MakerSpace.

Week of March 27, 2025: The Library held a very well-attended community engagement session on March 27, 2025. During the session, the community expressed their strong need for a temporary space as well as an interest in having a MakerSpace. The community also weighed in on the direction for the new accessible
front entry.

Week of February 11, 2025: We have completed the conceptual planning and the architect is working on construction documents. In addition, we are completing the environmental testing. We are coordinating community engagement for later this winter with the intent to begin the project this summer.

At this time, we don’t have a viable temporary space and will continue to explore options as well as maintaining service at the branch during most of construction as we are able.

Week of August 12, 2024: We have continued to evaluate opportunities and explore design possibilities in Avondale. The architect and the construction manager are working on cost estimates for several options. We continue to search for a temporary space in the event we need to completely close the branch.

Week of June 10, 2024: We have continued to evaluate opportunities in Avondale. The architect will be presenting the Library with design options in mid-June. We continue to search for a temporary space in the event we need to completely close the branch during the project.

Week of April 8, 2024: The Library has been working with design professionals and other consultants to identify the scope of the maintenance required to adequately waterproof the building as well as maximize the interior space. A major obstacle to improvements continues to be the lack of onsite parking. We are working to outline all improvement options over the next few months. In addition, we are investigating potential temporary rental space to provide Library service during any possible building closure while the work is completed.