PLYMC Celebrates the Renovations at East Library. The Library invites the public to come and look around at the new updates, enjoy refreshments at Ziggy's Lemonade truck and visit with various animals at the petting zoo along with pony rides provided by Pony Time Ranch.
"Renovations at East Library not only address long-standing water problems but also provide new and improved meeting spaces much in demand across the County," said Aimee Fifarek, PLYMC Director and CEO. "These upgrades get us closer to our goal of ensuring that our libraries will effectively serve our communities for decades to come." added Fifarek.
According to Jordan Shaver, PLYMC COO, “The Renovation was not only necessary but was cost effective coming in roughly $40,000 under budget.”
The East Branch Library renovation:
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Replaced the failing exterior finishes with new siding and thin-brick materials.
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Repaired areas of the building’s exterior walls that had been damaged by moisture.
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Installed a new weather barrier to help prevent future water intrusion.
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Replaced the shingle roof with a new standing-seam metal roof.
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Installed new gutters, downspouts, underground drainage lines and yard drains to carry water away from the building.
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Regraded portions of the property to improve drainage around the foundation.
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Repaired or replaced windows, doors, flashing and sealant where needed.
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Updated exterior lighting with energy-efficient LED fixtures.
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Restored sidewalks, pavement, landscaping and lawn areas affected by construction.
We invited members of the community to join us and celebrate these renovations of East Library.
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The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) has served the Mahoning Valley since 1880 when the Youngstown Library Association was officially created. With 14 branches across Mahoning County, including Main Library in downtown Youngstown, PLYMC is well known for its signature services and programs like Summer Discovery and 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. PLYMC serves our communities by preparing children for kindergarten, promoting early literacy, assisting job seekers, connecting Valley residents to technology, and providing resources for small businesses.