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Helen Plum Library | Our Next Chapter 2

1976A local referendum passed to raise money to pay for an addition to the new library building. It also increased the maximum allowable tax rate to 25 cents per $100 of assessed real estate valuation. This was the last time a library tax increase was approved by the residents of Lombard.

1978The 22,300-square-foot addition to the library building was completed bringing the current library building is 34,300-square-feet.

1999A citizen’s committee created a long range plan that called for the library to add more space, yet remain within Lombard’s downtown area. During this time, the Helen Plum Memorial Library Board of Trustees considered adaptive reuse of the DuPage Theater, but concluded it was unsuitable and too small.

2000The Library Board investigated other possible properties in Lombard for a new library and hired an architectural firm to examine other sites in town, but all of them proved to either unsuitable or unavailable. In November of 2000, the Library Board purchased a house and driveway at 126 Maple, as well as an adjacent vacant lot, to the west of the library building.

1927Colonel William Plum willed his estate and house to people of Lombard with the stipulation that the land is used as a public park, and in the memory of his wife, their house be given as a “free public library and reading rooms.” He also left $25,000 to further this plan.

1961 - 1963The Library Board obtained the current library site at 110 W. Maple in a land trade with the Lombard Park District. A referendum to build a new 12,000-square-foot, two-story-tall library building was passed in 1961. The Library opened in 1963, and the Plum residence was demolished.

Helen Plum Library | Building Timeline


Helen Plum Library | Building Timeline Cont’d

the placement of two referenda on the ballot. One referendum asked voters “for $23,500,000 to build a new library, including demolition, construction, furniture and equipment, fees, surveys, rental of temporary quarters, and reimbursable costs.”The other referendum asked voters “for an increase in 6 cents in the operating tax rate ceiling, to provide more funding to operate a larger library.” On January 15, 2004, the Village Board voted unanimously to approve the library’s building plans as a “planned unit development,” which meant “they approve a number of zoning and building code variances to permit construction of the building.”

2004

The referendum was defeated in March, and the Library was unable to add additional space or increase operating expenses. The Helen Plum Library continued to have the lowest per capita cost of any comparable public library in the region, and that still applies today.

2001The Library Board commissioned a space needs study submitted by Library Planning Associates, which recommended the library needed a 79,000 square foot building to serve for at least the next 20 years.

2003The Lombard Park Board gave tentative approval to a proposal by the Library Board to erect a new 79,000-square-foot building on the current library site, using the air spaces over the current building owned by the Park Board. In December, plans for the new library building were presented to the Lombard Village Board, which approved

2014Library Board hires Barb Kruser as new Director

2015Board hires consultants to provide facility assessment and strategic facility plan.


Frederick Quinn Corporation | Facility Condition Assessment Cost Summary

<2 Years 2-5 Years 5-10 Years

HVAC* $550,000 $415,000 $65,000

ELECTRICAL $150,000 - $230,000

FIRE PROTECTION - $150,000 -

BUILDING ENVELOPE $393,000 - -

PLAZA - $975,000 -

MISCELLANEOUS $40,000 - $210,000

SUBTOTALS $1.2M $1.5M $505K

TOTAL $3,205,000

Plus possible $1M to cover addition (30%-See note below)

Note – Figures exclude soft costs and escalation, which could equal additional 30%, plus any costs associated with finishes or architectural challenges that may need to be addressed to accomplish corrective work.

*An alternative to spreading the cost over 10 years would be total HVAC replacement at one time totaling $1,120,000.

Frederick Quinn Corporation | Facility Assessment Cost Summary


Engberg Anderson Architects | Building Option Performance Comparisons

Possible Expand Replace Replace w/ UG Parking

Initial Size – does it get close to 54,000sf? 10 10 10 10

Logical layout – is it easy to get around, supervise? 9 3 9 9

Quality of space – does it have the needed types of space? 8 5.3 8 8

Geometry – is it long, narrow or low? on standard modules? 7 2.3 7 7

Adaptability – can it support modern lighting, power, data? 6 3.9 6 6

Legacy Issues – how much old obsolete/aging stuff is left? 5 4.1 5 5

Parking – is it better? 4 2 2 4

Future Size – can it expand again if necessary? 3 3 3 3

Image – can you find it? – does it look good to/from the Park? 2 2 2 2

Reuse – how much of existing is reused? 1 1 0 0

TOTAL 55 36.6 52 54% of MAX 100 67 95 98Grade D A A

Engberg Anderson | Performance Comparisons


Engberg Anderson Architects | Building Option Performance Comparisons

Renovate Expand Replace Replace w/ UG Parking

Building 5.37814.550 15.794 15.794

Site 0

Parking Level 0 0 0 3.070

Unknowns .242 .655 .711 .849

Furnishings .853 1.356 1.356 1.356

Technology .695 1.104 1.104 1.104

Implementation .375 .905 .905 .905

Fees & Expenses .622 1.532 1.639 1.903

TOTAL $8.166 $20.102 $21.509 $24.982Cost relative to highest $0.33 $.80 $0.86 $1.00

Engberg Anderson | Cost Comparisons

Each model is an opinion of probable cost. Many decisions regarding material selection, system development and project parameters have yet to be defined. Market conditions, as always, are beyond the control of the architect or estimator and will vary over time. No guarantee is given or implied that costs will not vary from these models. It is imperative that additional estimates are prepared as the project is developed to ensure conformance with project budgets.

All costs are in millions of dollars.


Engberg Anderson | Exterior Concept


Engberg Anderson | Bird’s Eye View of Concept


Engberg Anderson | Interior Concept Floor 1


Engberg Anderson | Interior Concept Floor 2


Andi Cooper | Shade Study


Andi Cooper | Existing Vegetation Study


RBC Capital Markets | Estimated Impact of Referendum on Library & Tax Bills

Total Debt 22,310,000

Staffing Increases (FTEs) 11

Increase in Staffing Costs 732,150

Increase in IMRF/FICA 123,731

Increase in Benefits 37,804

Increase in Collections -

Increase in Admin and Operating (51,809)

Overall Increase in Costs 841,875

Debt Service and Capital Reserve 1,738,155

Approximate Annual Cost (Operating and Debt) 2,580,029

Total Estimated 2019 Budget 6,653,128

Rate Increase for Operating Expenses 0.085

Rate Increase for Debt Service and Capital Reserve 0.131

Requested Tax Rate Increase 0.216

Approximate Increase on a $200,000 Home (Approx $6,000 Tax Bill) $131

RBC Capital Markets | Estimated Impact of Referendum on Library & Tax Bills


What will I pay? | To Estimate Your Increase, Have Your Tax Bill Handy

Assessors Estimate of your Home Value

Tax Rate


How Can I Estimate My Cost?

Easy Way:Divide the estimated tax increase by your total tax rate:

$0.216 ÷ $9.2531 = 2.34%Multiply by your total tax:

2.34% x $5,957.16 = $139.06

Rougher Estimate (if You Don’t have your Tax Bill):Divide your home’s value by 3:

$226,200 ÷ 3 = $75,400

Subtract $6,000 for residential exemption and any other exemptions (Senior, etc.):

$75,400 – $6,000 – $5,000 = $64,400

Multiply by the tax rate increase and divide by 100:

$64,400 x .216 ÷ 100 = $139.10


Helen Plum Library | Benefits to Lombard Community

ADDITIONAL SPACEAdditional space will allow for the Library’s materials to be organized to increase accessibility, displayed to highlight specific collections and make items easier to reach. The Library purchases hundreds of thousands of dollars on books, DVDs, magazines, and other materials, but patrons have difficulty browsing and locating these valuable resources.

SEATINGSeating areas will be increased for studying, working or just relaxing with a good read.

MEETING SPACEAdditional meeting and study spaces will be added to accommodate students, online learners, tutors, entrepreneurs, and small local groups.

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TECHNOLOGY Improved access to technology will include a computer training classroom, more electrical outlets, and space for new technologies like digitization services (for example transferring VHS to digital), 3-D printing and media lab.

CONVENIENCEConvenient drive-through for drop-off and pick-up service will be available for commuters, seniors and busy residents which will also help alleviate some parking concerns.

PARK ACCESS The concept drawings offer a major enhancement and connection to Lilacia Park, with a new entrance located on Maple and Park. Also included will be access to a large outdoor meeting space.




CHILDREN’S AREAAn expanded Children’s service area will offer storytime and activity areas for kids and zoned areas for both study and active learning.

ACCESSIBILITYAll areas of the Library will become ADA compliant and a sprinkler system will be added to increase safety.

ENERGY EFFICIENCYAll new mechanicals will be installed to improve temperature and humidity comfort and energy efficiency.

TEEN’S AREATeens will have a dedicated area for students to study, collaborate and engage in activities in a safe, supervised environment.



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