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Summit County library outlines move plan, targets August occupancy; staff preview programs and author visit

Summit County Library Board · January 15, 2026
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Library staff said the contractor aims to finish work by July with an August occupancy target, outlined plans to move roughly 50,000 items, and previewed programs including a Feb. 7 children’s event and a July author visit from Shelley Reed.

The Summit County Library board heard an extended director’s report on plans for the library’s upcoming remodel and move, staffing and new programs.

Library staff said Zwick Construction has been selected as the general contractor for the remodel and that contractor work aims to be finished in July, with an August occupancy appearing realistic. Staff described a detailed shelving plan with Space Saver and GSBS architects to map shelf destinations so boxes can be labeled and the collection moved efficiently. The collection was estimated at about 50,000 items.

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