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Johnson Public Library begins lower‑level renovation after $769,000 construction award
Summary
Library Director Tara Cooper announced the start of a lower‑level renovation funded by a charitable gift and reserve funds: the lowest responsible bid was $769,000 (plus an estimated $150,000 for furniture/technology); asbestos abatement and demolition began immediately with anticipated completion in Feb–Mar 2026.
Tara Cooper, director of the Johnson Public Library, told the council the library has started a lower‑level renovation to create a 25‑person conference room, three quiet study rooms and a nearly 1,200 sq ft teen space, funded by a charitable gift and library reserves.
Cooper said public bidding produced a lowest responsible bidder, H&M Company LLC, at $769,000; the figure includes extensive asbestos abatement work. She…
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