Council Told Library Needs $1.5–$2 Million in Repairs to Meet TRL Conditions

May 28, 2025

Councilor Davis said Timberland Regional Library (TRL) requires asbestos and lead abatement, stair and drainage repairs before books can be returned; councilors were told these fixes could cost about $1.5 to $2 million and scheduled further discussion May 28 with TRL and Cheryl Haywood.

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Councilor Davis told the South Bend City Council that Timberland Regional Library (referred to in the record as TRL) provided a list of criteria that must be met before library operations can resume in the building. Davis said the requirements include asbestos removal, lead abatement, stair repairs and improved drainage around the structure, and estimated the cost to meet TRL's specifications at about $1.5 million to $2 million.

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