More Key Elements....

The Library Board voted last year to accept some key components in the new building. Those include:

• Ground level entry to the building and a significant library presence so that those passing by on foot or in an auto can easily see the building and view persons using this community resource. The library should have no more than two levels used by the public in order to limit staffing costs, insure high quality service, and minimize security issues. A possible third level could be used for library administrative functions. There should be only one public entrance to the library. Entry lobby should provide separate access to the library service area, restrooms and the major meeting room so that community groups can use the meeting room(s) even if the library is closed. The entry should include public art and space for a coffee kiosk and seating.

• Technology requirements should be a major design consideration. The building will incorporate Wi-Fi access throughout. Public and staff computers will be located throughout the building. Public computer access should be near the vertical communications core and distribution hubs and near the staff elevator. Electrical outlets should be plentiful for both staff and public users of fixed and portable devices.

Dan Black

Key Elements for New Building

What are the key elements in the new building?

The public, staff and library board have looked long and hard at the most important elements for the new library. Among other key points, the library board voted to require the following elements:

• Book collection and stacks to house 217,500 volumes
• Periodical collection and stacks to house 320 titles and backfiles
• Nonprint collection and shelving to house 43,500 items
• 63 public computer workstations and furniture
• 78 staff computer workstations and furniture
• 298 reader seats
• 60 staff group seats
• Meeting room and furnishings to seat an audience of up to 400
• Storytime room and furnishings to seat an audience of up to 40
• Conference room and furnishings to seat up to 10

~Dan Black