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Project Priorities

This project was developed through years of research and work and is designed  for the future of Southington. The Project will address 5 major issues, in addition to allowing library services to grow with our population and needs. For more information on how these priorities were identified, please review the Demonstration of Need page. 

Expanded Space for Children's and Teens

Children
  • Shelving units are too tall for kids.
  • Little to no display space.
  • Lack of places for parents to sit.
  • The area is easily overcrowded before and after events.
Teens
  • Too close to quiet spaces.
  • Doesn’t provide adequate space for both active and study spaces.
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Meeting and Workspaces for Individuals and Groups

  • There aren't enough tables and chairs to meet the current demand. 
  • Seating is grouped together in tight locations, such as the cafe area and mezzanine. 
  • Groups working quietly still disturb others. 
  • An enlarged program room will seat more people and host larger events, keeping noisy activities out of the cafe corner.

Acoustical Separation for Noisy and Quiet Spaces

  • Groups working quietly still disturb others. 
  • The most frequent complaint is that the Library is too loud. With multiple tutoring sessions and others working together, it can get distracting.
  • Space is also needed for quiet reading, privacy, and individualized work.

Fully Accessible & Code Compliant

Accessibilities (Americans with Disabilities Act)
  • Not all of the Southington Library is accessible to everyone.
  • ​Aisles, bathrooms, elevator, and entrances are not fully accessible. 
    • ​Space between aisles should be 36"- 42" but our shelves are as narrow as 23''- 28'' in places.
    • The elevator is too small to maneuver wheelchairs.
    • ​The bathrooms do not have wide enough doors and do not have enough maneuvering clearance.
Fire Code
  • Many doors and interior walls do not meet fire codes.
  • As Fire Codes have changed over the years, program space capacity has also shrunk. This means that fewer people can benefit from the program and event opportunities than even a few years previous due to our limited space.
Building Code
  • Mechanical room drainage and other elements do not meet current building codes. 

Efficient Building Systems

  • Infrastructure elements such as the HVAC, plumbing, and electric systems are far past their expected lifespan and require costly annual repairs. 
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  • Home
  • Building Project
    • Building Project Updates
    • Need
    • Priorities
    • Concept Plans
    • Cost
    • FAQ
    • In the News
    • Use Calculator
  • Catalog
    • What's New!
    • Search the Catalog
    • Check Your Account
    • Pay Fines Online
    • Reserve an Item
    • Renew an Item
    • Get a New Library Card >
      • How do I get a library card?
    • Renew Your Library Card
  • Services
    • How do I...? >
      • Get a library card?
      • Place or cancel a hold?
      • Borrow an eBook?
      • Reserve a museum pass?
      • Sign up for the e-newsletter?
      • Support the library?
    • Renew Your Library Card
    • Digital Resources >
      • eBooks, Magazines, Movies, Music
      • Databases and Research
      • Online Classes
      • Consumer Reports
    • New Materials >
      • First in a Series
      • Mysteries List
      • Thriller List
    • Reference Desk >
      • Reference Desk Services
      • Local History Room
      • Genealogy
      • Health Resources
      • Recycling Information
      • Career Resources for Veterans
    • Museum Passes
    • Author Alerts
    • Newspaper Archives
    • Wireless Printing >
      • Wireless Printing Instructions
    • Maker Space >
      • 3D Printing
      • Cricut Maker
      • Maker Kits
    • Homebound Delivery
    • Dementia Friends
    • Pop Up Libraries
    • Book Groups
    • Special Circulating Collections >
      • Chromebook & Hotspot Kits
      • Board Games
      • Vinyl Records
      • Cake Pan Collection
      • Unique Circulating Items
    • Register to Vote >
      • Voter Registration (English)
      • Voter Registration (Spanish)
  • Events
    • Events Calendar
    • Virtual Art Gallery
    • ​John E. DeMello Sr. Veterans Coffee Hour
    • Past Programs on YouTube
    • How to Join a Zoom Meeting
    • Downloadable Program Materials
    • Event Suggestions and Feedback
  • Kid's Place
    • Kid's Place
    • Upcoming Events
    • Kindergarten Suggested Reading List
    • For Caregivers
    • Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington >
      • COVID-19 and Children
      • Early Childhood Resources Directory
      • Preschool Options
      • Homeschooling
    • Online Programming
    • Digital Adventures
    • 2023 Nutmeg Nominees
    • Storytime Anytime
    • Cake Pan Collection
    • Unique Circulating Items
    • BookFlix
  • Teen Zone
    • Upcoming Events
    • Board Games
    • Maker Kits
    • Links
  • About
    • Hours
    • Directions
    • Contact Us
    • Board of Directors
    • Friends of the Library
    • Policies
    • Strategic Plan
    • 2020-2021 Annual Report
    • Patron Behavior Policy
    • The Barnes Museum
    • Community >
      • Town of Southington
      • Southington Public Schools
      • Historical Society