Bayport-Blue Point Library Purchases St. Ursula Convent

The Bayport-Blue Point Library this week completed the purchase of the St. Ursula Center convent and expects it to be new location in two years, officials said.

The $3.65 million purchase of the 8.27-acre property on Middle Road comes two months after voters approved a $16.85 million plan to buy the site. Voters approved the bond with 1758 yes votes. There were 835 no votes.

According to the library, taxpayers would see an additional $228 annually with the approval of the 18-year bond.

"You can be sure that the Trustees will do everything they can to bring our community a new library at the St. Ursuline Center: one that will improve library services and enhance the value of our community for decades to come," the library posted on its website. "The new library will be a benefit for the entire family, nestled in a beautiful setting, which will offer an increased array of programs, technology and enrichment services. As stated on several occasions, the Board will be pursuing all opportunities to reduce the cost and will be working with community representatives on the possible uses for the current building. The Board will keep everyone informed of their progress and looks forward to seeing everyone at the ribbon cutting."

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