Work continues inside …
We are pleased to report that only one task remains to complete the extensive and complex water intrusion project at Willowbranch Branch Library. While this fantastic news adds much hope for a November reopening, significant work remains to be done inside the building.
What has been accomplished?
On Sept. 4, the construction team, comprised of Steve Lazar of VRL Architects, Inc., Keith Timmons of KBT Construction, City Public Works department representatives, and staff of the Jacksonville Public Library, conducted an onsite walk-through and agreed the punch list had been satisfactorily completed with the exception of one item. KBT Construction now has up to 30 days to complete the final item and close out the permit.
What remains to be done?
The team is working on the following tasks inside the building:
- Adjustments and work related to ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) laws
- Renovation of the service desk on the 1st floor
- Moving furniture and materials in order to restore the meeting rooms and return the Children’s Room to its permanent location on the ground floor
- Extensive collection review to identify damage from humidity and water intrusion
- Adding nearly 5,000 materials to the collection, including a combination of new items and those returned from safe keeping at another library
- Carpeting in several areas
- Painting and other maintenance work
We know the community is anxiously awaiting the reopening, and we will continue to work diligently to make that happen. Please keep posted for additional updates.
Willowbranch Branch Library Updates 