2. The Future of the Media-
Upper Providence Free Library
Long-Range Planning Report
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3. 2007-08 Goals & Objectives
Expand programs 5. Initiate
redesign of
1.
web site
2. Assess needs
6. Begin planning for
3. Support library staff building renovation/
expansion
4. Expand advocacy &
fundraising efforts
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4. 6. Begin planning for building
renovation/expansion
Request for Proposals (RFP) sent out in late 2006
3 proposals currently under review
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5. Space Needs Assessment
Compares current square footage for
programming needs to anticipated/ideal needs
Deliverables:
Square footage projections
Possible floor layouts
Conceptual design drawings*
Rough cost estimate*
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6. The Big Picture
Long-Range Planning Report
Research & Exploration
Today
Space Needs Assessment
Field Investigation
Code Analysis
Fundraising
Existing Conditions Report
+1 yr
Preliminary Design & Cost Estimate
Architectural Rendering
Develop Construction Documents
+3-4 yrs
?
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8. Jeff Miller
President of Haverford Library Board & Architect
Jeff’s observations:
Negatives
- We’ve used all the space we can
- Circulation desk is really cluttered
(in Jan. 2006)
- Aesthetics need improving
Positives
+ Lovely building from exterior
+ Great location
+ The current footprint is good
+ The L shape for children’s library is nice
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