According to the KCLS website (click the meeting agenda for Sept. 25) the board is being presented with a proposal and recommendation from the KC Library staff. The recommendation is as follows:
Based on the current plans and cost projections, it is recommended that KCLS partner with Lorig Associates to develop and build a mixed-use structure that includes the new Newcastle Library. The quality of the development and the ability to deliver a library of the size and quality KCLS’ intended sets a positive tone for the successful completion of a community-oriented building. Mithun’s preliminary plans show a civic presence for the library that sets it apart from the apartments; ensuring that the community of users will feel welcome in this building as a gathering place
This is great news for Newcastle and the Library. The board is expected to make a decision on which plan to more forward with at tomorrows board meeting. Please send your comments to the library board through their website. Or better, you can attend tomorrows meeting at 5pm in the Library Administration Building on Newport Way in Issaquah to voice your opinion (and hopefully support) on this project to move forward.
You can view the full report and recommendation here. It is a very large PDF file that can be downloaded.
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