Next Monday, September 15th, the Budget Committee of Council will be reviewing the following four reports related to the Georgetown Branch Expansion/Renovation Project:

• Revised Costs and Timelines
• Temporary Site
• Alternate Funding
• LEED Assessment

The first report, written by the Treasurer, updates Council on the capital and operating costs associated with this project, and the revised time line in view of the project delay. The Treasurer also proposes a feasible funding strategy. The second report provides background about "Holy Cross Church" on Maple St. in Georgetown, which has emerged as the recommended temporary site for the Georgetown Branch during the estimated 15-18 month construction period. The third report on alternate funding outlines the steps involved in a major capital campaign, and possible grant opportunities. Finally, the LEED assessment report done by Enermodal Engineering, provides information about the kinds of sustainable features incorporated into the existing design, and additional features that could be added to achieve either a LEED basic or silver level of certification. The report also outlines the costs associated with the certification process. All reports can be found on this website under "Georgetown Branch Project"- "Council Reports".

We strongly encourage supporters of the Library to come to the Budget Committee meeting at which these critical reports will be discussed. It is our great hope that following this review, Council will provide direction on LEED certification, the need for a capital campaign, ultimately, grant pre-budget approval for the project.

The Budget Committee meeting starts at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

At 7:00 p.m., Frank Loreto, our Vice-Chair, will be presenting the highlights of the Library's 2007 Annual Report.

Please join us on this momentous day for the Halton Hills Public Library!