West Fargo library board approves new satellite hours to boost accessibility
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The West Fargo Public Library Board voted to swap Friday satellite hours for Monday hours (noon'6:30 p.m.) and keep Tuesday'Thursday 10 a.m.'4:30 p.m., adding evening Monday coverage, effective Jan. 1, 2026, to improve access and program capacity.
The West Fargo Public Library Board on Nov. 13 voted to change hours at its south-side satellite location, swapping Friday service for extended Monday hours and adding evening availability beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Library Director Jenna presented data from the satellite's opening in March, saying Fridays have been the lowest-usage day and moving the Monday matinee there has solved crowding and accessibility problems at the main library. "When we trialed having that program here at City Hall using these screens, we were able to have a lot more people attending the program," Jenna said, explaining the change would also reduce elevator-dependent movement for patrons who use mobility aids.
The move is intended to increase attendance and make services more convenient for residents on the south side of town and for people attending evening meetings at City Hall. Jenna said the proposed hours are Monday noon to 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some Monday evening hours to be added.
Board members asked about room capacities. Jenna said the main library meeting room has a maximum capacity of 30 people, while the satellite space can hold "well over 100" depending on fire-code limits. Board member S2 moved to approve the hours change; the motion was seconded and carried unanimously.
The board recorded no public comments on the change at the meeting. The new schedule takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026, and staff said routine programming such as the Monday matinee will be scheduled at the satellite going forward.