A couple of bits of information:

Our proposed coffee shop is working through legal channels. A public hearing will be held in conjunction with the City Council meeting December 9. After that, architectural plans, bid letting, and remodeling remain. We still hope to be open in the early part of 2009. The question arises: Why put a coffee shop in the Library? Our reasons included 1) Library users have requested it, 2) it would add atmosphere and ambiance to the building, 3) it would be a convenience for meeting room users, and 4) it would be a possible revenue stream for the Library. We hope you agree.

The Strategic Planning Committee has been working on a new five year plan for the Library and will finish up its work during December. A final report will be submitted to the Library Board in January, complete with goals for the Library for the next five years.

Enjoy your Thanksgiving celebration.

Something's missing!

If you've driven by the Library, beginning today, you'll notice what is missing. Demolition crews took down the former Calhoun-Kratochvil building today. It was interesting to watch the procedure. The machinery was very careful not to damage our trees, parking lot lights, and book drop. It's going to create a very blank spot for a few days until we get used to it.

What happens next with that area? It will be turned into green space in the general effort to upgrade the look of the area as the Children's Museum is completed in 2010.

Elvita