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Benefits of major library renovations in addressing maintenance needs
1:16:40
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Linda E. Johnson explains the benefits of major library renovations, particularly in addressing deferred maintenance needs and reducing emergency closures.
- Major renovations address deferred maintenance issues
- Renovations help reduce the risk of emergency library closures
- Planned closures for renovations are preferable to unexpected emergency closures
- Improved maintenance after renovations minimizes future closures
Linda E. Johnson
1:16:40
I I would just add one thing to the to that response, is that by doing these massive overhauls, we at the same time address many of our deferred maintenance needs, and also the risk of having to close libraries for emergencies.
1:16:56
They're planned closures, and they're difficult while they're in place, but on the other hand, you know, rolling forward, those libraries will be in better condition.
1:17:05
With any luck, they'll be kept and maintained in a better way.
1:17:09
And so that will minimize the amount of closures in the future.