Main Library to remain closed until end of the year

JERSEY CITY– In the continuation of the $15 million renovation to the Main Library of the Jersey City Free Public Library, this historic building will be closed through the end of the year for the installation of new terrazzo tiles and the restoration of existing ones, as well as additional upgrades to the facility.
The Main Library, 472 Jersey Ave., Jersey City, will remain closed through Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016. The Bookmobile will be stationed in front of the Main Library on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (Blue Route / http://www.jclibrary.org/images/bookmobile/fallwinter2015.pdf), and on Tuesdays and Fridays (Red Route /http://www.jclibrary.org/images/bookmobile/fallwinterred2015.pdf) in the afternoon for both routes. The Main Library will reopen to the public on Monday, Jan. 4, 2016.
“We appreciate our patrons’ patience as we continue to restore the library and upgrade facilities,” said Library Director Priscilla Gardner. “We understand the inconvenience this may pose, but encourage our patrons to visit one of our nine other locations.”
The branch was originally scheduled to be closed for five weeks through October 31, however, under the advice of the general contractor, it was determined that additional time was needed to complete the terrazzo installation and restoration. During the extended closure, the contractors will also install the library’s new elevator and fire alarm system.
Phases 1 and 2 – constructing barrier-free restrooms and the first and fourth floors, and providing the foundation for creation of the Handi-Lift and the new elevator shaft – are in various stages of completion. The Lending Department has received a major overhaul, as well. All of these areas will continually receive attention for full completion, while Phase 3 begins to be implemented.
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