Following the Library's interior renovation in summer 2018, the Library Board set a tentative slate of future building improvements. These plans are subject to change.
Fiscal Year 2019-2020 |
|
Building Improvement |
Purpose |
| Add tween space in YS in the area currently occupied by the checkers and chess tables | Supports vision: “Because the community emphasizes education for students of all ages, the Library's primary role is that of a Formal Education Support Center.” |
| Upgrade one of the two drinking fountains downstairs with a bottle filler | Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to responsible stewardship of the facility; Meets patron need for access to plentiful, good-tasting water |
| Exterior Paint | Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to responsible stewardship of the facility |
| Update non-digital portions of digital sign | Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to responsible stewardship of the facility; Increases library visibility in the heart of downtown FRG
|
Fiscal Year 2020-2021 |
|
Building Improvement |
Purpose |
| Replace wooden chairs in Youth Services, plastic meeting room chairs, some upstairs wooden and upholstered chairs | Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to responsible stewardship of the facility |
| Upgrade server, computers, and fax machine | Windows ending Windows 7 extended support on January 14, 2020 and ending support for Windows 2012 server around the same time; Demonstrates commitment to providing technology suitable to the needs of FRG patrons |
| Landscaping | Per replacement schedule; Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to responsible stewardship of the facility; Demonstrates the Library’s commitment to being a point of pride in downtown FRG |
Fiscal Year 2021-2022 and Beyond |
|
Building Improvement |
Purpose/Notes |
| Replace wall dividing entryway and driveway exit, add flagpole lights and automation, remodel rear vestibule into enclosed meeting room, and replace walkway with a heated one | Demonstrates commitment to long-term safety for front walkway; Meets patron need for private, small meeting/study room space; Demonstrates shared community value of patriotism and honoring veterans; Enhancing beauty of entryway demonstrates the Library’s commitment to being a point of pride in downtown FRG |