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Facility manager warns of costly roof and HVAC replacements; board discusses funding options, solar questions

Urbana Free Library Board of Trustees · January 7, 2026
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Facility manager Mike Hanna told trustees the library’s roof is over 20 years old and a full replacement could cost more than $500,000; he recommended planning for capital funding and noted the west air handler may need replacement in the next 5–10 years.

Mike Hanna, the library’s facility manager, briefed the board Dec. 9 on building and grounds work, emphasizing deferred maintenance and upcoming capital needs. Hanna said the roof is more than 20 years old and estimated a full replacement would cost "over half $1,000,000" (reported on the record as more than $500,000) because multiple roof sections and double-layered areas require complete…

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