The Pickaway County District Public Library will expand the main library in Circleville to add a teen center, a computer lab, additional meeting rooms and an enlarged children’s area.

 

Construction will begin in late June 2010 and the goal for completion is March 2011. The proposed renovations will be funded by the generous donations from the estates of Mary Joanne Clifton and Mary Virginia Crites-Hannan.

 

For day-to-day operations, the library relies on the State of Ohio for 90 percent of its operating funds. This money has been declining since 2001. Our library does not receive any local tax dollars from Pickaway County.

 

After being able to save extra operating dollars from 1994 to 2006, the library board had to implement cost saving measures in 2009. The board will continue to maintain a tight hold on the budget, but may need to seek private donations, grants, or other sources of funding in the future.

 

The main library moved into its current 29,000 square feet facility in 2003. The current space will be remodeled to blend into the new expansion, so we won’t create an “old” space and a “new” space.

 

The goal for our community is to have useful library services that will allow Pickaway County residents to learn throughout their lives, enjoy their recreation time and become involved in the community.

 

For additional information, visit the FAQ section of the library’s website.

 

Thank  you for your interest in the library!

Jim Guenther

Library Director, Pickaway County District Public Library