{"id":6291,"date":"2023-04-08T18:19:33","date_gmt":"2023-04-09T00:19:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/?page_id=6291"},"modified":"2025-11-04T15:43:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T22:43:58","slug":"library-expansion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/library-expansion\/","title":{"rendered":"Library Expansion"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||384px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;3_5,2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; height=&#8221;100px&#8221; max_height=&#8221;100px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;1px||1px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;11679,11028,10223,10224,10225,10345,10346&#8243; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto||||||||&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; header_font=&#8221;Roboto|700|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#0084B6&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<h1><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Library Expansion Plans<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The Library is currently under construction for a renovation and expansion project. Once complete in early 2026, the Library will achieve 12,000 sq ft to accommodate growth in all areas.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><strong>SERVICE AND PROGRAM GOALS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Create more interactive learning and engagement opportunities for youth of all ages.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Support families and educators\u2019 aspirations for youth development. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodate more books and materials for loan. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Increase spaces and resources for community use.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0INFRASTRUCTURE GOALS<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Expand access to Library resources, including parking lot expansion.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduce environmental impact and adopt energy efficient systems. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Design for flexible use and future growth.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;1000px&#8221; height=&#8221;1000px&#8221; max_height=&#8221;1000px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|0px|-450px|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto|700|||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;13px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]\n<h3><strong>Construction Updates:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/construction-project-demolition\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Demolition Phase<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/e-is-for-elevator\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">E is For Elevator, June 24, 2025<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/library-skeleton\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Skeleton of a Library, July 2025<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/power-up\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Power Up, August 2025<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/cost-of-construction\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Cost of Construction, September 2025<\/span><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/construction-update-november-2025\/\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Construction Update &amp; Photos, October 2025<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Temporary Library Space<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>During construction, reduced library services are available at 27900 County Rd. 319, Buena Vista:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hold pick up<\/li>\n<li>Returns (during open hours)<\/li>\n<li>Book and DVDs for checkout<\/li>\n<li>Copier<\/li>\n<li>Two 30-minute computer stations &amp; printing<\/li>\n<li>Classes (<a href=\"https:\/\/sandbox.aclin.org\/buenavista\/events\/\">see event calendar<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Drop-In Family Learning Space (M,W,F 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our ebook and audiobook budget has been expanded to accommodate more Libby users.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Alternative Services &amp; Locations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Study Rooms:<\/strong> Salida Public Library<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Computers:<\/strong> Salida Public Library, Lake County Library (Leadville)<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Collections:<\/strong> Please place holds through <a href=\"https:\/\/buenavistapl.marmot.org\/\">our catalog<\/a> in order to access our full collection. Or, visit Salida Public Library for a browsing collection&#8211; all Chaffee County residents are eligible for a free library card.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Wi-Fi:<\/strong> Free open access Wi-Fi is available at River Park Pavillion, South Main Square Park, and McPhelemy Park.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>Meeting Room:<\/strong> Salida Public Library, Buena Vista Community Center, Sangre De Cristo Electric Association, Grace Church Community Room, Chaffee County Fairgrounds, Chaffee County North End EMS Facility.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto|700|||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;13px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Expansion Project Donors:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Boettcher Foundation, $35,000<\/li>\n<li>The Robert Hoag Rawlings Foundation, $25,000<\/li>\n<li>Colorado Energy Office, Public Building Electrification Grant, $500,000<\/li>\n<li>DOLA Tier II Energy Impact Assistance Fund, $850,000<\/li>\n<li>Conrad Nelson<\/li>\n<li>El Pomar Foundation, $37,500<\/li>\n<li>Gates Family Foundation, $30,000<\/li>\n<li>Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, $5,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>To contribute to the expansion project, please contact Director Cecilia LaFrance at <a href=\"mailto:clafrance@buenavistalibrary.org\">clafrance@buenavistalibrary.org<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.26.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;252px&#8221; height=&#8221;100px&#8221; max_height=&#8221;100px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;133px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;197px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;57px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where can I drop off books during construction?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our book drop will remain centrally located at the County Annex across the street from the Library. 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