We hope to wrap up construction in the spring of 2020.

Once construction is complete, there are several steps we must perform before we can move to the new library, including reviewing the punch list, undergoing inspections, installing furniture and shelving, setting up the network, tagging the collection, and packing at the current library to prepare for the move.

The moving date will depend on the timeframe required for the punch lists, inspections, and installations.

We will close, but dates are not yet set for our move or opening day.

The opening day will be determined at a later date.

There is a public bidding process required, and the date is still to be determined since it is based on the Library's move to 227 S. Seventh St.

We're honoring our commitment to taxpayers to keep the cost to approximately $100 per year for the owner of a $300,000 market value home.

We have a robust plan that includes planting approximately 70 trees, 40 shrubs, and ornamental grasses. We will also plant lilac shrubs, which were once featured prominently at the former Sixth Street school. Lilacs are also a feature at 127 James St., so planting lilacs at the new library continues the tradition.

Yes, and we're working on finding the perfect new home for him!

We will offer vending options in the new library for your convenience, and we encourage you to visit the great coffee shops in town. Cocoa Bean is one block away from the new library on Seventh Street, and Graham's Coffeehouse is approximately three blocks away.

Yes, we have an intergovernmental agreement with Geneva Park District to ensure a playground remains on the site. The park district held a public meeting in September to select the playground design for Sixth and Franklin streets. The start date for installation will be determined later. See the plans at  https://www.genevaparks.org/_pdf/Library-Park-2020.pdf  

Yes, we'll have a Quiet Reading Room on the second floor, a bright, sunny space with comfortable seating. At the other end of the second floor, we'll have the Collaboration Zone, with booths, and tables for groups or individuals where they are free to talk. We'll have additional active and passive spaces throughout the new library for you to enjoy.

Yes, we'll have a used book corner for our Friends of Geneva Library to sell books year-round, and they will still hold their annual sales.

While we do have to prepare for our move, we also have plenty of programs for all ages to enjoy. See our upcoming schedule at gpld.org/events.

We post regular updates to gpldnewbuilding.org and our Facebook Page.