Why the Library is Expanding
Programming and event space has become an increasingly important part of what Logan County Public Library (LCPL) offers to the community. In addition to engaging programming for children, teens, and adults of all ages, having spaces for community groups to gather helps LCPL achieve its vision: bringing people together to broaden our sense of family and community. Our spaces are used regularly by everyone from Scout groups to regional service providers that need a local place to meet with clients.
While the library building is still relatively new, we could not anticipate the explosion of growth the last 12 years would bring. We went from averaging under 20 programs a month–mostly storytime and a few computer classes–to well over 50 for all ages and we can no longer provide enough space when patrons want to be here.
Through several years of surveys, research, and strategic planning, it was determined that to help the library meet the current needs of our users and prepare for the future of the community, that an expansion of the main library would be required.
Features of the Building Expansion
- A total of 4,352 sq ft of indoor programming space across a total of four spaces
- 237 sq ft meeting room
- 664 sq ft program room
- 3,451 sq ft community room, able to be divided in half
- 3,900 sq ft outdoor covered pavilion
- Total area under roof will increase from 14,503 sq ft to 27,512 sq ft
- Remodel of numerous areas in the main library – most notably: larger teen room with better layout, larger local history/genealogy room, better public services desk to meet the evolving needs of library users
- Outdoor reading area
- ADA-accessible walking trail around property
Project Timeline
- August 2024 – Architect hired to conduct a feasibility study
- August 2025 – Feasibility study complete, including financial viability through financial advisors
- October 2025 – Approval sought from LCPL board and Logan County Fiscal Court
- November 2025 – Architect begins working with library board and staff on design phase (expected to last 6-12 months)
Future actions, such as bidding, bonding, and construction, will be updated as estimated dates are determined. Currently, construction is anticipated to last 12 months.
Funding
- Cash input from library’s existing capital reserves
- Municipal bond issue
- Grant opportunities are a primary focus before bidding
The library is interested in any alternative funding sources that can help make this project a reality. Please reach out to King Simpson, library director, if you have any suggestions: king@loganlibrary.org.
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Please email king@loganlibrary.org with any questions or comments.