MRRL Expansion News Comments http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog News and comments on MRRL's plans for a new building Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:30:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=1.5 by: PF http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=25#comment-1352 Mon, 17 Apr 2006 14:42:27 -0500 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=25#comment-1352 Hi, I haven’t heard any news about a new location for the library in a while. I did hear a rumor though this weekend that somebody in town mentioned renovating the old Grebes into a library which I did not agree with at all. That is a horrible site it makes no since to shove some books in basically something that looks like a brick shoebox. This new library must not only meet the needs of current patrons, but the needs of future ones. Libraries for cities serve as center that people from all demographics can enter and with that the new library architecturally should play a role in giving citizens a place of beauty to enter and be able to it call as there own in the community with pride. Think about all of the famous library they are not only noted for their many resources with in them, but their architecture as well. To say the least I’m very much opposed to locating the new library in any area outside of downtown Jefferson City. I know the current trend in Jefferson City for business is to build or relocate out west, but it is resulting in lopsided development of our city. It says to visitors and even citizens that we as a community do not embrace of value our city as a whole. I have seen the proposed plan for the library that was to be located on the site that will now be the future site of a new federal courthouse and I was very pleased with the design. Since that design was only befitting of that site I realize the new one will be made while keeping with the same design concepts. I know parking is a major issue and constructing a parking garage is rather undesired. But, due to Jefferson City’s hilly landscape flat land is hard to come by especially in the downtown area so, I think you should be open to having a parking garage. You could generate revenue by leasing spots to the city, government, or private businesses. Also, you could make the first one or two levels a place for retail and offices. This is done a lot in bigger cities. A parking garage also can be aesthetically pleasing I have seen some amazing ones for starters take a look at downtown Columbia their take on parking garages is a 180 compared to Jefferson City’s. I think that another spot in the prison redevelopment area should be used. Or, there are plenty of areas along McCarty Street that are blighted as well. Part of the block in which the Baptist Center is located on can be used. How about going in on a joint venture between the Cole County and the Library and dived the block the Baptist Center sits on for use of both projects? Or, even the area of land just to the left of the Missouri River Bridges heading south bound. There are currently houses in there, but if you were to by them out thick how amazing the views will be of the river and north of it and it would really enhance the cities skyline. I would really like a comment from somebody to tell me what they think. Hi,

I haven’t heard any news about a new location for the library in a while. I did hear a rumor though this weekend that somebody in town mentioned renovating the old Grebes into a library which I did not agree with at all. That is a horrible site it makes no since to shove some books in basically something that looks like a brick shoebox. This new library must not only meet the needs of current patrons, but the needs of future ones. Libraries for cities serve as center that people from all demographics can enter and with that the new library architecturally should play a role in giving citizens a place of beauty to enter and be able to it call as there own in the community with pride. Think about all of the famous library they are not only noted for their many resources with in them, but their architecture as well. To say the least I’m very much opposed to locating the new library in any area outside of downtown Jefferson City. I know the current trend in Jefferson City for business is to build or relocate out west, but it is resulting in lopsided development of our city. It says to visitors and even citizens that we as a community do not embrace of value our city as a whole. I have seen the proposed plan for the library that was to be located on the site that will now be the future site of a new federal courthouse and I was very pleased with the design. Since that design was only befitting of that site I realize the new one will be made while keeping with the same design concepts. I know parking is a major issue and constructing a parking garage is rather undesired. But, due to Jefferson City’s hilly landscape flat land is hard to come by especially in the downtown area so, I think you should be open to having a parking garage. You could generate revenue by leasing spots to the city, government, or private businesses. Also, you could make the first one or two levels a place for retail and offices. This is done a lot in bigger cities. A parking garage also can be aesthetically pleasing I have seen some amazing ones for starters take a look at downtown Columbia their take on parking garages is a 180 compared to Jefferson City’s. I think that another spot in the prison redevelopment area should be used. Or, there are plenty of areas along McCarty Street that are blighted as well. Part of the block in which the Baptist Center is located on can be used. How about going in on a joint venture between the Cole County and the Library and dived the block the Baptist Center sits on for use of both projects? Or, even the area of land just to the left of the Missouri River Bridges heading south bound. There are currently houses in there, but if you were to by them out thick how amazing the views will be of the river and north of it and it would really enhance the cities skyline. I would really like a comment from somebody to tell me what they think.

]]> by: Margaret http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-301 Tue, 17 Jan 2006 11:09:13 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-301 We have been told that the Post Office is not interested in vacating their part of the existing courthouse building, so until they do, the old courthouse building doesn't appear to be an option. Cool location, though, if we could get the parking we need! We have been told that the Post Office is not interested in vacating their part of the existing courthouse building, so until they do, the old courthouse building doesn’t appear to be an option. Cool location, though, if we could get the parking we need!

]]> by: Dj Rodgers http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-300 Sun, 15 Jan 2006 22:41:46 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-300 Is it possible to take over the whole block and have the land the old courthouse was on or is that not an option?? Is it possible to take over the whole block and have the land the old courthouse was on or is that not an option??

]]> by: Margaret http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-298 Fri, 13 Jan 2006 17:01:27 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-298 Unfortunately, the site on West Edgewood previously under consideration is no longer available. It was owned by the Chamber of Commerce and they have since sold it to a developer. We are open to new suggestions! Margaret Conroy, Director Unfortunately, the site on West Edgewood previously under consideration is no longer available. It was owned by the Chamber of Commerce and they have since sold it to a developer. We are open to new suggestions!

Margaret Conroy, Director

]]> by: DJ Rodgers http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-297 Fri, 13 Jan 2006 16:45:14 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=9#comment-297 I guess this section's name has a whole new meaning now. If you are going to choose one of the other previousaly sites I would suggest the one on Edgewood. I guess this section’s name has a whole new meaning now. If you are going to choose one of the other previousaly sites I would suggest the one on Edgewood.

]]> by: Margaret http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=23#comment-271 Fri, 23 Dec 2005 12:06:35 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=23#comment-271 The meeting rooms are designed to be close to the entrance so that 1) those attending meetings can get in and out quickly, 2) large meeting crowds won't disrupt library use, and 3) the library can be secured (locked) when meetings run after library hours. Also, having the materials collection behind the security gates and a little further from the front door will help reduce theft of materials. The most highly popular materials, e.g. videos and bestsellers, will be in the most visible and easily accessed area of the library, so people will be able to get in and out quickly, even if they have to pass through a meeting room foyer. Finally, we do hope that the final design has a convenient drive-up pick up window for folks in a real hurry! The meeting rooms are designed to be close to the entrance so that 1) those attending meetings can get in and out quickly, 2) large meeting crowds won’t disrupt library use, and 3) the library can be secured (locked) when meetings run after library hours. Also, having the materials collection behind the security gates and a little further from the front door will help reduce theft of materials. The most highly popular materials, e.g. videos and bestsellers, will be in the most visible and easily accessed area of the library, so people will be able to get in and out quickly, even if they have to pass through a meeting room foyer. Finally, we do hope that the final design has a convenient drive-up pick up window for folks in a real hurry!

]]> by: Caleb Huhmann http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=23#comment-259 Sat, 17 Dec 2005 13:42:26 -0600 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=23#comment-259 As I ws looking at the power point presentation it seemed as if people would have to walk through the area with meeting rooms and other library rooms before they would be able to get to the section with books. If possible I think that the books should be closer to the entrance than the meeting rooms. As I ws looking at the power point presentation it seemed as if people would have to walk through the area with meeting rooms and other library rooms before they would be able to get to the section with books. If possible I think that the books should be closer to the entrance than the meeting rooms.

]]> by: Caleb Huhmann http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-172 Tue, 25 Oct 2005 19:52:44 -0500 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-172 Something that might be convinent in a new library is a few self-check-out things WITH A KEYPAD enter in your pen number and check out things from the library. Something that might be convinent in a new library is a few self-check-out things WITH A KEYPAD enter in your pen number and check out things from the library.

]]> by: Margaret Conroy http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-134 Mon, 26 Sep 2005 15:10:23 -0500 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-134 Mr. Henricks, Yes, the new library will require additional funding. We are anticipating holding a bond issue for the library in April 2006. We are currently working on the financing, and will know the total amount in a couple of months. Bond issues DO expire when the bonds are paid off, so that part of the tax will go away. We will also need to raise the operating levy (currently 20 cents) at some point to support the larger facility, but we are not sure how much that will be yet. The operating levy increase will be permanent, but MUCH smaller than the bond issue amount. Again, citizens will have a chance to vote on the issue next April. --Margaret Conroy, Library Director Mr. Henricks,
Yes, the new library will require additional funding. We are anticipating holding a bond issue for the library in April 2006. We are currently working on the financing, and will know the total amount in a couple of months. Bond issues DO expire when the bonds are paid off, so that part of the tax will go away. We will also need to raise the operating levy (currently 20 cents) at some point to support the larger facility, but we are not sure how much that will be yet. The operating levy increase will be permanent, but MUCH smaller than the bond issue amount. Again, citizens will have a chance to vote on the issue next April.

–Margaret Conroy, Library Director

]]> by: Stanley Henricks http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-133 Sat, 24 Sep 2005 21:55:14 -0500 http://www.mrrl.org/expansion/blog/?p=11#comment-133 Is the new library going to push taxes up and if so any cule how much. I have noticed that when they raise taxes they never lower them again?!? Is the new library going to push taxes up and if so any cule how much. I have noticed that when they raise taxes they never lower them again?!?

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