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Municipality f ashpee Library I a hpee Public_Libr r�r <br /> . Moldings of audiovisual formats such as DVDs, music CDs and spoken CDs will be <br /> expanded. Small existing collections of AV materialsv'rlll be expanded. As other new <br /> material formats become available, they library will have space to start new collections. <br /> ap Periodicals and newspapers bolding will increase. The library will provide comfortable <br /> seating in this area for patrons to sit and enjoy the periodical holdings. ; <br /> . low are existing hee#f7 and safety issues resolved in the new or renovated f cifr y * <br /> * A Chifdren'sDepartment, separate and enclosed, will be created. This will increase <br /> supervision and security for young children and reduce noise impacts on older patrons. <br /> e Installation of a new energy efficient and cost effective heating and air conditioning <br /> system will replace'a major safety hazard .The current heating system, housed in the <br /> attic of a wood framed budding that lacks sprinklers, almost resulted in the loss of the <br /> building in 2000. See photo page 54. <br /> . What operational cost-benefits and or improvements in the delivery fibrary serviceswill <br /> result from this Ybra ry improvemen t project? <br /> • <br /> Larger Collections and a more comfortable facility to use the collections in. <br /> staffed Reference Desk will help patrons know where to direct their informational <br /> questions. -Patrons will, net have to line up with patrons in circulation services to request <br /> assistance with their reference searches. The staffed desk will provide better opportunity <br /> for privacy when conducting reference interviews. <br /> larger age range of children will be seared. Current programs and spaces are <br /> geared -to very young children. Middle school aged children and teens will have <br /> adequate space for studying. The new library will have sufficient space to offer programs <br /> for these age ranges. <br /> Improved Work Environment. This will contribute to greater efficiency and the <br /> elimination of inefficiencies such as setting up and breaking down chairs and tables for <br /> meetings and craft programs depending on. which purpose the meeting room is used for. <br /> Staff will have sufficient space in their work areas so they are not tripping over each other <br /> as they do now. <br /> Improved Sightlines. Staff will be better able to determine if patrons need assistance <br /> and be more aware of and be able to intervene to inappropriate activities. <br /> 0 Nose Reduction. Better design and sound attenuating materials will create a quieter <br /> atmosphere for studying and working. <br /> Greater ener d efficlenc r. The library is hoping to achieve LEER certification. More <br /> energy efficient mechanical equipment will provide greater comfort at a much more <br /> affordable operational cost. The li r ary is investigating if geothermal technology will be <br /> appropriate for the librate and if it has a reasonable payback period. <br /> e <br />