KHCPL Main - Building Renovation

A few photos snapped before opening this morning!

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Take the elevator or the stairs!

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Take the elevator or the stairs to the lower level . . .
. . . and you'll find our "bird book" outside the Genealogy & Local History Department.

You'll also discover the art gallery just outside the meeting rooms.

Ground Level Greetings

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A kiosk greets patrons on the ground level with maps to guide them to desired locations within the newly renovated library.

Our Children's Department is conveniently located on the ground level and is designed for our youngest patrons to enjoy books, computers, and activity areas.

The creation of this wonderful window seat is most inviting!

Views from the Upper Level

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The upper floor is home to the Adult & Teen Department, including plenty of places to relax with the newspaper, magazine, or a good book!

Welcome!

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The Circulation Desk is located in the middle of the ground floor. Movies, Music and More is conveniently located adjacent to this area for ease of check-out.

This is an inside shot of the "Materials Return." The drop-off is now located in the alley on the south face of the library, allowing patrons to return materials from their car. Materials drop into two boxes in the Circulation Department's nonpublic space indoors, ending the need to bring materials in from a parking lot drop box.

Public Grand Opening - 10-10-10

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Library staff pose for a quick photo before opening!

Library board members and architect at the ribbon-cutting ceremony ~Director Charles Joray is holding the far end of the ribbon at the east entrance of the newly renovated building.

YOU are Invitied! 10-10-10

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The public Grand Opening of the newly renovated building at 220 N. Union St. is set for Sunday, October 10 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
After the riboon cutting ceremony at 2:00 p.m., tour all three floors and discover the new home of KHCPL Main. Popcorn and drinks will be provided in the parking lot, and the Adventure II bookmobile will be open to the public.
SEE YOU THERE!

Waiting for the Children!

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Pictured here is Howard the Bear, mascot of KHCPL. Howard is sitting in the new window seat on the main level in the Children's Department awaiting the arrival of children at the Grand Opening planned for Sunday, October 10 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED!

Here, Howard the Bear tries out the Librarian's chair at the desk in the center of the Children's Department . . . still much to do before the library is ready for our little ones!

Moving in continues!

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A reading area with comfortable seated is located on the upper level in the Adult & Teen Department near the Reference Desk.

The new Movies, Music & More audiovisual area is located on the ground floor of the renovated library next to the Circulation Desk for easy checkout. Beginning on October 10, there will no longer be checkout fees associated with audiovisual materials.

Sneak Peek

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City of Firsts glass etching in process . . .
This project is funded in part by the Community Foundation of Howard County.

Inside Views - GROUND LEVEL

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Looking east on the ground level--raised area on the right is the vending/snack area.

Soon-to-be vending/snack area on the ground level.

Union Street stairway at the ground level.

Children's Department

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Children's Reference Desk - located on the Ground Level

Two views of the Meeting Room located in the Children's Department.

Transition to Begin Next Week

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Work continues on the ramp and stairs which will accommodate patrons who enter from the east side, off the parking lot, into the newly renovated building, as seen above.

On September 13, staff will begin the process of shifting materials, as they prepare for the move back into the building this fall.

Many hands . . . are required for stained glass installation!

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This is a just a preview of the Genealogy & Local History Department that will be located in the lower level of the renovated library . . .

'City of Firsts' Etched Glass Display

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Preparation is underway for the City of Firsts display that will feature several panels of etched glass on the main floor. This project is funded in part by a grant from the Community Foundation of Howard County.

Let the sun shine in . . .

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Shelving in the Adult & Teen area will soon be ready for books!

Panoramic view of the Children's Depatment before shelving arrives.

New EAST Entrance

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The new east entrance that opens into the parking area is almost ready.

Canopy Over the New Bookdrop

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The new bookdrop will be on the south side of the library building next to the YMCA.

Work Continues Inside

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Work Continues Outside

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Parking lot entrance will be a reality!

Staining begins on the south side . . .

Testing Brick Stains

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Book Shelving is Going Up!

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The second floor is being prepared to accomodate the adult and teen book collection.

Stained Glass Entry Planned for Genealogy & Local History Department

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Staff at KOG select and prepare glass for the project.

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View from Union Street entrance--this is the wall that will support the City of Firsts etched glass.

New lights illuminate the stairway on the Union St. entrance side.

Hard Hat Tours for Staff have been Enjoyable!

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Staff prepare for another round of Hard Hat Tours with Bob!

This is the view from the second floor of the east stairwell.

View of all 3 floors near the Union Street door

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June arrives!

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Each day is one step closer to the Grand Opening of the renovated library building at 220 N. Union St. in Kokomo!

New Art Gallery!

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Located at the base of the Union St. stairway will be an art gallery leading into the new meeting rooms.

Exterior Progress continues . . .

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The view on Mulberry Street today!

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Ready for Windows!

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The Union Street side will have a large bank of windows above the new entrance.

The Mulberry Street side of the building is prepped for windows from the ground level up!

Hard-Hat Tours Continue for Staff

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Main Floor Cut Away Reveals the Lower Level

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Cutting Through the Floor for the New Stairway

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Second Floor - East Wall

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The entire second floor will be home to the Adult/Teen Department in the renovated library. The new computer lab is to the right in the photo.

First Floor - North Wall

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The north half of the main floor will be the home of the Children's Department in the renovated library.

Interior Work Continues

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Materials are arriving for main floor interior work.

The new computer lab will be located on the second floor.

Workers in Action - East side of the building

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Natural Lighting - one week later

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Progress continues as some of the exterior wall on the north side has been removed to accomodate the flow of natural light in the library after the renovation.

Natural Lighting

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Window openings are being cut to allow natural light to filter in from all directions. This photo was taken on Mulberry Street on the north side of the library building.

Taking Shape

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This photo shows metal studs framing administrative offices that will be located in the lower level of the renovated library.

This captures the old "Main Entrance" on Union Street that has now been sealed off. The stairway visble to the left will be removed once the new stairway is installed connecting all three levels.

Changes for the "back door" entrance

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Prior to this renovation, a staff-only "back door" was located off the east parking lot that required staff to go down a ramp prior to entering the building. When the renovation is complete, there will be a new entrance for patrons that will be off the east parking lot at ground level; a ramp will be located inside the building with a more gradual incline. The red framework is an indicator of the new floor height at the east entrance and the indoor ramp.

Progress Continues

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The Union Street entrance is being sealed and a new entrance will be cut on the Union Street side soon.

Here you can see that one of the west windows has been cut away to provide a temporary exit for the workers during this process.

Hard Hat Tours for Staff

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KHCPL Staff have the opportunity to tour the renovation via Hard Hat Tours . . . here is a photo captured from the first of many tours.
Left to right: Autumn, Tammy, Beverly, & Peg

Inside Views

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This panoramic view was taken looking at the north wall of windows on the second floor.

The lower level is getting walls!

Building Basics Underway

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Progress has begun on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing . . . the crews are busy installing the basics. Everything that will be behind the walls, above the ceiling, and under the floor are the priorities at this time.

Demolition Phase Almost Complete

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The renovation of KHCPL Main is on schedule: the interior walls have been removed and the next phase will begin soon.

Step 1: DEMOLITION

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A few photos taken 15 Dec 2009 inside the building at 220 N. Union St. in Kokomo.

Renovation Begins Now . . .

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On left of sign:
Kneeling: Stuart Godfrey of krM+ Standing, L-R: Library Board Members Tom Trine and Gil Hendrickson
On right of sign:
Kneeling, L-R: Mike Montgomery of krM+, Library Director Charles Joray, Wes Nicholson of CPM;
Standing, L-R: Library Board President Susan Luttrell with Library Board Members Joe Dunbar, Jim Seidel, Stan Ortman, Bill Sahm

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library (KHCPL) celebrated Sledge Hammer Day on Monday afternoon, November 23, 2009. Library Board President Susan Luttrell led the way as the renovation process began on the main library building at 220 N. Union St. in Kokomo.

Construction Planning and Management, Inc. will oversee the renovation project which was designed by krM Architecture+. The renovation will transform the downtown facility to meet the changing needs and expectations of today’s population while fulfilling the mission of the library: to provide dynamic services that encourage the pursuit of education, information, research, and recreation in an inviting and safe environment. The library serves the eight western townships in Howard County.

During the renovation, KHCPL Main, including the public computer lab, is open at a temporary location in the former Columbian School building, 1234 N. Courtland Ave. The Genealogy & Local History Department has been temporary moved to 4053 S. Webster St.

The renovation is expected to be complete by autumn of 2010.

KHCPL Main @ Temporary Location

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KHCPL Main opened at the temporary location, 1234 N. Courtland Ave., on Monday, October 19.

There are two public entrances: enter through Door 1 or Door 2 from Courtland Ave., or from Door 7 from the parking lot off Webster St. There is a Circulation desk at each entrance. Maps of the building are available and staff can assist you to locate materials or services. There are outdoor book drops located at each public entrance.

Custodians are preparing for the Moving/Salvage AUCTION to be held at 220 N. Union St. on Saturday, October 31 at 10:00 a.m. Preview the items on Friday, October 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and doors open the day of the sale at 8:00 a.m. More details are available at the library's website: www.KHCPL.org

Renovation activity is planned to begin on Tuesday, November 3 on the library building at 220 N. Union St

Relocation During Renovation

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The Main Library will be closed beginning Monday, September 28th while a complete renovation of the building takes place. On the 28th, moving crews and staff will begin the move of the collections, equipment and furniture to the Columbian School Building located at 1234 North Coutland Avenue (corner of Courtland Avenue and North Street.)

The Main Library hopes to re-open to the public at Columbian School in mid to late October.

During the time the Main Library is closed, a bookmobile will be parked in the Main Library's parking lot so that patrons can pick up their holds and interlibrary loans. A small collection of books and audio-visual items will also be available for check-out. The book drops at the Main Library wil also be accessible during the move.

KHCPL South, KHCPL Russiaville, and the Genealogy Department at 4053 S. Webster St., will remain open during the move and the bookmobiles will maintain their regular schedules. Patrons are encouraged to use these facilities during the move.

Renovation Update

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At the regular library board meeting on August 18, 2009, the library board voted to accept the bid of Construction Planning and Management, Inc. (CPM) of Indianapolis, Indiana, to renovate the main library building. Over 50% of the money paid to subcontractors will go to local firms, thus keeping most of the library’s remodeling money in the community.

The library board is continuing to study how best to house the Outreach (bookmobile) Department and the Collection Management Department. No decision has been made regarding a building for these departments at this time.

During the renovation of the downtown building, the main library will be housed in the Columbian School building located at 1234 N. Courtland Avenue. The library is grateful to the Kokomo Center School Board for their partnership with the library in providing this facility. Many thousands of tax payer dollars have been saved by this partnership.

Main Building Renovation

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Shown below is the architect's rendering of the first floor of the remodeled Main Library scheduled to be completed by July 15, 2010.

Shown below is the architect's rendering of the second floor of the remodeled Main Library scheduled to be complete by July 15, 2010.

Samples of Interior Finishes

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The library board has reviewed interior finishes for the remodeled Main library that Heather Kammer, Interior Designer with krM Architecture + has suggested. Samples of the interior finishes are below.

May 11, 2009 Board Meeting

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The design and layout of the remodeled Main Library continues to move forward. At the library board meeting held on May 11, the board reviewed the latest floor plans of the remodeled building. (see below)

The floor plan of the pre-engineered building housing the Outreach and Collection Management Departments located at the South Branch were also reviewed. (see below)

April 27th, 2009 Board Meeting

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At their board meeting on April 27, 2009, the library board reviewed the latest floor plans for the remodeled main library which were presented by the architect, Mike Montgomery. Those images are shown below.

The library board also voted to construct a pre-engineered building at KHCPL South on land that is owned by the library. (See KHCPL site plan below.) The pre-engineered building will house two non-public departments: the Outreach Department and the Collection Management Department.

March 9th, 2009 Board Meeting

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At the regular board meeting of the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library Board of Trustees held on March 9, 2009, the board voted to:

1. Remodel the entire 45,000 square feet of the downtown facility. This includes connection of all three floors through a newly configured main lobby stair. The existing areas would be reconfigured to open the spaces up, move Children’s to the main floor, move Adult Services to the upper floor and move Collection Development and Outreach Departments to a separate building.

2. Upgrade the mechanical and electrical systems of the existing building. The boilers and the main duct work throughout the building would remain. Other components such as piping, the chiller, temperature controls, lighting and other components would be replaced.

The remodeling project will be paid for using money already saved in the Library Improvement Reserve Fund and other donations as they become available.

Pictures:

1. Proposed Main Floor Building Plan

2. Proposed Upper Floor Building Plan

3. Proposed Lower Floor Building Plan