Library board advances interior plans
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The board gave consensus to move forward with Phase 2 interior design concepts for the library, while staff also outlined a possible security grant application of up to $100,000 and continued planning for a youth makerspace donor campaign.
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The board reviewed early design ideas for the library’s interior renovation and agreed to keep moving forward. Staff will now prepare more detailed drawings and cost information for the first floor, Tech Center, and Teen Center. The library also plans to apply for a security grant of up to $100,000 and to continue exploring a donor campaign for an Imagination Lab, a low-tech makerspace for young people.
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- Approved the consent agenda, including the February 2026 minutes, February financial reports, and bill listings for February and March 2026.
- Reached consensus to move forward with Phase 2 interior project concepts from Studio GC.
- Staff will prepare more detailed renderings and cost breakdowns for the interior project.
- Library staff will pursue an Illinois State Library security grant for up to $100,000.
- The board discussed planning for strategic plan community conversations and will revisit the promotional piece at the April meeting.
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Library Board Meeting on March 16, 2026
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