Library reports grants, services and phase-2 renovation timeline; compact services to continue during construction

Sep 2, 2026

Jeff Delfield told commissioners the library received a $300,000 Digital Champion grant, has had no staff turnover in two years, and expects phase 2 renovation to begin in October with a full reopening targeted for April 2027; temporary compact services will be provided in a 1,200 sq. ft. community room.

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Jeff Delfield presented the library's annual highlights and a timeline for the library project. He reported two-plus years with no staff turnover, steady youth and adult programming despite parking challenges, and two successful summer-reading cycles. Delfield said the library won a $300,000 Digital Champion grant that funds tech-instruction staff and regional tech-workshops. "It's a $300,000 grant," he said, describing how the grant supports one-on-one instruction and Chromebook courses for residents.

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