Thanks to the support of Measure A, the Marin County Free Library has developed preferred concepts for remodeling the front portion of the Civic Center, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Marin City and Novato Libraries. The Inverness Library is undergoing renovations to maximize accessibility.
 

Project Guidelines

Why is the library remodeling?

• Make high demand materials easier to access
• Provide a single help desk
• Allow more convenient, efficient returns and efficient check-out
• Get materials on the shelf more quickly
• Ensure accessible facilities
• Plan for the future to meet flexible needs

What won’t change as part of the remodel?

• The excellent staff – no one will be losing their job and in fact they’ll be more available to help you.

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> View the Revised Preferred Concept Drawing for Civic Center Library (pdf)

Project Description

• Combined staff and circulation workroom
• Remove desk from entry and replace with new mobile merchandizing units, signage and seating
• Relocate computers and microfilm away from the window and glare, replace with seating
• New community information and Friends of the Library (FOL) area
• Provide self-service holds and check-out
• Single help desk

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The original concept for the Corte Madera Library remodel did not prove to be feasible, due to issues with the soil and the resulting costs. We are currently investigating alternative options.

Project Description

• New circulation workroom with 24/7 exterior book drop
• Locate new mobile merchandizing units, signage, lighting and seating in lobby
• Create a new display wall that features high demand materials
• Remove shelving at meeting room for easier access and replace with new seating
• New community information and Friends of Library (FOL) area
• Provide self-service holds and check-out
• Single help desk

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> View the Preferred Concept Drawing for Fairfax Library (pdf)

Project Description

• New circulation workroom with new, closer 24/7 exterior book drop with canopy
• Remove desk from entry and replace with new mobile merchandizing units, signage, lighting and seating in lobby
• Provide new computer tables and chairs
• New community information and Friends of Library (FOL) area
• Provide self-service holds and check-outs
• Single help desk

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> See photos of the remodel project at Inverness Library

> View the Concept Drawing for Inverness Library (pdf)

Project Description

• The Inverness Library is currently undergoing renovations to maximize accessibility.
• Exterior work includes improvements to the front walk and stairway, the accessible parking and the ramped rear entrance to the building.
• Interior renovations shown on the attached floor plan include accessible aisles, service areas and an accessible restroom.

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> View the Preferred Concept Drawing for Marin City Library (pdf)

Project Description

• New mobile merchandizing units, signage and seating in lobby
• New carpet and paint for the entire library
• New community information and Friends of Library (FOL) area

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> See photos of the remodel project at Novato Library
 

What is new at the Novato Library?

• Information Desk
• Easy to use express stations
• Carpet, lighting and paint
• Improved signage and shelving
• Accessible front door
• Community Information Area
• Friends of the Library Area
• Additional seating
• Additional space in the public computer area
• Telephone system
• Staff work area
• New shades
• Additional shelving and signage
• New tables

The remodel was made possible by:

Passage of Measure A in June 2010:

Enables the Library to do badly needed maintenance on our buildings. The funds will also be used to make physical improvements that will allow us to operate our branches more effectively and efficiently.

Friends of the Novato Library paid for additional carpeting and shades.

> View a Video of the Planned Renovation of the Novato Library Lobby

> View the Preferred Concept Drawing for Novato Library (pdf)

Project Description

• Single help desk
• Relocate desk from entry and replace with new mobile merchandizing units, signage, lighting and seating in lobby
• Create a new display wall that features high demand materials
• New community information and Friends of Library (FOL) area
• Provide self-service holds and check-out
• Reconfigured staff workroom

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> See photos of the remodel project at Point Reyes Library

> View the Concept Drawing for Point Reyes Library (pdf)

Project Description

The Board of Supervisors approved a new lease for our space in the Creamery Building in Point Reyes, bringing to fruition a long held dream to combine the Literacy Services space with the Library. The Literacy Office will be moving from its current corner space to a space adjacent to and on the same floor level as the Point Reyes Library. The landlord will be making a number of modifications including breaking through the wall by the Teen area; installing carpeting; painting; and creating small offices for the Branch Manager and Literacy staff.  The new space includes a kitchen and a bathroom making it perfect for both Literacy and Library programming.  The space swap means we are getting a much more flexible community space to serve the ever busier branch.  The estimated date for the move is in March.

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