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Williamsburg will hold public input meetings on May 15 and May 20 regarding the proposed new library at the Fire Station. Community members are encouraged to participate and provide feedback that will shape the library’s design and functionality. The current library, serving the city for over 50 years, needs modernization to meet community demands. An online survey will also be available for feedback until May 30.
Williamsburg will host a pair of public input meetings this month regarding the proposed new library at the Williamsburg Fire Station. The community is invited to participate in these discussions to help shape the future of the library, which has served the city for over 50 years. The meetings are scheduled for May 15 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and May 20 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The meetings will be organized by the Hourigan|Tymoff+Moss Architects team, who are looking to gather input from residents to influence the design and functionality of the new library. An open-house format will be used during these sessions, featuring five stations where attendees can find information and share their thoughts. Renderings, floorplans, site plans, and information about the library’s intended programs will be presented by construction and design partners.
The Williamsburg Regional Library Director stated that the current library building, which opened its doors in 1973 and expanded in 1982 and 1998, has reached the end of its functional lifespan. After more than five decades of service, the library requires a modern upgrade to meet the growing demands of community members. The new library is intended to play a crucial role in fostering learning, access to resources, and community connections among residents.
The proposed location for the new library will be near the existing library, adjacent to a parking lot and the local police station. It will also be conveniently situated close to the Stryker Center and City Square Park, along the streets of N. Boundary, Scotland, Armistead Avenue, and Lafayette Street in downtown Williamsburg.
To further involve the community, residents will have access to an online survey regarding the library’s design and programming. This survey will be available on the library’s website starting at 5 p.m. on May 15 and will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on May 30. The feedback collected from both the in-person meetings and the survey will be vital in understanding the needs of library patrons and the overall community.
The new library aims to serve as a focal point for Williamsburg and its neighboring areas, with an emphasis on adaptability to the evolving requirements of its users. As the city anticipates the next chapter in its library’s history, the commitment to enhancing educational services and community engagement remains at the forefront.
Individuals interested in attending the meetings or providing feedback through the survey are encouraged to participate, ensuring that their voices are heard during this critical development phase for the Williamsburg Library.
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