Temporary Site Confirmed!

I am happy to report that we now have a signed lease for the use of the Holy Cross Church on Maple Ave. as our temporary site. It is expected that we will move in by early 2011 and that we will be occupying the site until construction is completed (fall 2012). Due to weight bearing load issues (shelving units are remarkably heavy), the public services part of branch operations will be on the bottom floor. Paint, carpeting, and improved lighting will make it appealing and comfortable.

The Planning Committee will be re-convening in mid-September to:
o Finalize the interior layout and design, ensuring that it is functional, attractive and welcoming to all
o Determine the construction approach, whether it be through a general contractor or construction management as per the Acton Branch Project
o Prepare drawings for the tendering process in the late fall
o Establish the floor plan for the temporary site
o Plan for the temporary site upgrades to the facility
o Organize the move to the Church
o Coordinate the considerable publicity around the move


Still lots of work ahead of us.