LFNAC (pronounced “elfnack”) met on December 8 and continued its visits to area libraries. This time we visited the Meekins Library in Williamsburg and the Lilly Library in Florence. Both of these buildings were renovated with large additions added. Both of these libraries also now consist of two floors and have elevators, unlike the single story libraries we visited in November: Sunderland, Leverett and Wendell. Those buildings were all brand new construction.
One of the issues this Committee will tackle is whether to keep the Hatfield Library in the current Dickinson Memorial building and build an addition; build a brand new facility; or use an existing facility in town. Obviously, there are pros and cons for each approach. Regardless of the final recommendation, the Hatfield Public Library will be a larger, more up-to-date building and will meet the information, education and recreational needs of Hatfield’s residents for many years to come.
LFNAC stands for the Library Facilities Needs Assessment Committee. The group consists of nine members: Library Director Sheila McCormick; Library Trustee Dodie Gaudet; Historical Commission Liaison Lynn Omasta; Martin Antonetti, Sue Gaughan; Harold Green; Milton Howard; Mike Paszek; and Mary Williams.
The work of this Committee is funded through a $40,000 grant from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, $8,000 from the Friends of Hatfield Library, $4,000 from Hatfield Library Funds and $8,000 from the town of Hatfield, approved at the May 2007 Town meeting.
Watch this space for more updates on the LFNAC’s progress.
1/5/08
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