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Beaver City Library reports repairs, mini-split installation and $30,000 in remaining project funds
Summary
Library staff reported that interior repairs are underway after a water intrusion in the basement program room; mini-split HVAC units have been installed and are warming spaces adequately. Staff said about $30,000 remains in capital funds for further work, and ADA access improvements are still pending contractor visits.
Library staff reported progress on multiple building repairs and said approximately $30,000 remains available to complete outstanding work.
Jody Robinson told the board that a corner of the east-side basement program room had experienced water intrusion; contractors uncovered the area, and the worker repairing the wall planned to install a board to prevent further penetration. Robinson said interior projects under way include installing a drinking fountain and changing tables, painting, plaster and panel repairs, new carpeting for the children’s area, and installation of people counters.
Robinson also said mini-split HVAC units were installed and are performing adequately even though they take 10–15 minutes to warm a room. "They do do pretty good," Robinson said of the mini-splits. Robinson reported that ADA access work is still unresolved because of scheduling difficulties: an assessor (Nate) will refer a local contractor when in town to evaluate modifications.
On funding, Robinson said the library received CLEF funding of $5,852 and has IMLS funds to cover interlibrary-loan shipping through June 2026; borrower support funds of $3,796 were also reported. Robinson said roughly $30,000 remained in the capital/recovery funds to complete further repairs and accessibility upgrades.
The board discussed front-door damage: a wooden swinging glass door had cracked near the hinge pins and was removed for safety; the board discussed repair options, including local carpenters or community volunteers to assess the repair or replacement. Board members asked staff to pursue repair estimates and to coordinate preservation guidance where historic-preservation rules might apply.
