Notes from our July 15, 2021 Virtual Meeting

The ideas, questions, and comments from our Paschalville Library meeting attendees are important to us. Below, please take a look at the discussion highlights from the participants of our July 15th, 2021 Virtual Meeting.

Discussion Highlights:

• Excitement to see library come to life again.
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• Excitement about the plans.
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• What is the target date for re-opening?
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• Concern about speeding on the streets. What can be done to mitigate this issue?
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• Need for more lighting around the Library. Could we put lights on the planters as well?
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• Loved design for the lower-level with glass walls.
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• Intersection being next to the children’s area might be a safety hazard. Can we put signs up?
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• Loved the proposed improvements to the community room.
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• Will there be signage connecting to other area amenities like Bartram’s Garden, Cobbs Creek Trail, etc.
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• Steps being moved to the back is similar to the 19^th Street aesthetic.
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• Request for a book drop that goes directly into the building.
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• Liked the stairs in the back.
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• Concern about the occupancy of the elevator. Could a parent, stroller, and multiple children fit?
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• Need to raise community awareness about the project as well as the meetings.
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• Need for a dedicated staff bathroom.
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• Woodland Avenue is noisy. Consider re-orienting/moving the outdoor space.
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• Worries about soft surfaces (furniture) attracting dirt and bugs.
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• What kind of HVAC system will be installed?
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• Consideration for lounge-like areas and big tables for young people to work in groups.
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• Stairs in middle of the room uses too much space – preference for stairs at the back wall.
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• Email subscriptions to reach young people.
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• Lots of people come with large groups of family members. Will there be signage about what can fit and how to navigate that?
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• Lots of senior homes in the area. Need for a larger elevator.
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• Instead of concrete seating, perhaps use wood materials.
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• Having enough open space outside to do programs such as movies, etc.