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NEW FAIRFIELD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Renovation Project2012

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Renovations

• Elevator

• Doors

• Bathrooms

• Lighting

• Air Conditioner

• Program Room

• Community Room2

Proposed Alterations Main Level

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Proposed AlterationsLower Level

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Improve AccessTo Meet ADA Compliance

• Easy Open Electronic Doors

• Elevator For Access To Both Floors

• Wider Staircases

• Updated Bathrooms

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Difficult Door AccessInterior & Exterior

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c CurrentNarrow

Staircase

• Width-33” (Fire code- min 36”)

• Railing HT-33” (ADA 34-38”)

• Railings required on both sides of staircase

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Current Bathroom

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Air Conditioning

• Bring system up to code

• Replace system for energy efficiency

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Air Conditioner/ Chiller

36 Years Old

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Inadequate Lighting Conditions

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Renovate Program Room

• Provide storage for chairs & tables

• Remove or enclose furnace unit

• Install cabinets to house program resources & supplies

• Install sink for easier access & clean-up

• Replace secondary door with window

• Add additional outlets for equipment

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Current Storage for Supplies

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Storage Shelves

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Program Room

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Furnace in Program Room

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Replace Slider in Children’s Room with Windows

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Upgrade Electrical & Computer Wiring

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Install Energy Efficient Windows in Community Room

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Other Renovations

• Add suspended ceiling to office & workroom on main level

• Improve insulation levels in workroom & Community Room

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Estimated Costs

Phase 1

$565,000

Phase 2

$390,00

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Suggested Funding

• Library Funds $390,000

• Funds from town capital fund

• Possible grants

• Donations

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