Demolish Work Begins In Garden City Library Renovations

GARDEN CITY, NY — Crews demolished the Garden City Public Library's Circulation Desk area and removed all the lobby carpeting over the weekend of Jan. 12-13.

The library was closed to allow for the demolition and carpet removal. Staff, however, were on site for information and assistance by phone. The library resumed regular hours on Jan. 14.

“We are pleased that we are finally making significant progress,” Board Chairman Randy Colahan said. “We are excited to get this project to the finish line.”

Library Director Marianne Malagon added, ”Staff has been really inventive, finding solutions to meet the needs of our patrons during construction.”

During construction of the new desk, Circulation services, including checking out books, obtaining a library card or getting a computer pass, have been moved to the Adult Services Desk to enable crews to prepare the main lobby for work. This period of construction will take approximately a month; Children's Room work will progress simultaneously.

Overdue fines for library materials and museum passes will be waived during the construction period. Other charges remain in effect, including lost books and computer printing.