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West Bend library shifts to side entrance as water damage triggers repairs, insurance claim
Summary
After water damage at the West Bend Community Memorial Library, director Steve said the building will undergo carpet replacement, electrical and elevator work and basement cleanup; programs have been canceled and staff are tracking expenses for an insurance claim with a reported $5,000 deductible.
The West Bend Community Memorial Library will operate through a side entrance and has canceled most programming while crews repair water damage and complete related building work, Library Director Steve told the board at its Aug. 19 meeting. The library expects new carpeting to arrive in roughly six weeks, Steve said. The repairs include removing and replacing damaged carpeting and slate in the entry area, electrical work tied to floor conduit and outlets, elevator work, replacement of heat and smoke sensors, and additional sanitizing and drywall repairs in the basement. Steve said MEI is expected to replace a sump (scavenger)…
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