The last section of compact shelving is being installed on the lower level. Hopefully they will be finished and filled by mid-January. Also, core drilling was completed for the main level of the library last Friday night. Soon we will have more public access computers available.
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Open at last!
Our library building officially re-opened to the public on Monday, August 23, 2010. Many thanks to all who worked so hard to get it ready so quickly — Public Services, Tech Support, etc. Tables and chairs have been arranged to restrict access to the stacks due to earthquake safety regulation while on the lower level construction of the compact shelving continues apace.
Moving in earnest
Today most of our administration team plus Jeanne Le Ber began moving back to the library, while work continues on the compact shelving downstairs. And the Public Services desk sits finished and awaiting customers at the front door.
Lighting instruction and more
Library staff received instruction on how the lighting system works, and how to adjust it as needed. The instruction session was videotaped for use with current and future staff not in attendance. Meanwhile on the lower level, new track has been installed in the floor for the compact shelving system. It can be fun walking through the library and seeing things being moved from place to place. It makes one appreciate the immensity of the task — past, present and future.
Delivering boxes, and a new ceiling
As we exit July, Mary Mac & crew are distributing boxes to their destination offices. In addition, the HMR now has a tile ceiling. Enjoy the slide show!
New furniture!
On their weekly walk-through EHSL staff were treated to the sight of new furniture assembled and ready-for-use in the administration area, as well as existing furniture assembly in other areas. In addition, workers have begun laying new track for the compact shelving on the lower level.
Garden level ceiling finished
The lower level’s ceiling and lighting are installed and looking great! More furniture has arrived on the main floor as workers begin assembling office furniture. Meanwhile, technicians on the upper level continue wiring for new computer and phone lines, and steam pipe repairs proceed just outside the loading dock.
Filling up and filling in
Furniture continues to arrive from storage, and workers continue to fill in the new ceiling with tiles.
More progress!
The asbestos is now gone from the lower level, and workers are busy installing the new drop ceiling. In addition, movers have begun returning furniture to the library as we prepare to return. Here is a brief slide show depicting our progress — enjoy!
More bookshelves up and filled
The flowerbeds outside the library are full of color, and inside the library the new bookshelves are up and full of books. Check out this slideshow.