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May 01, 2008
Library Renovation begins May 1st
The library renovation is starting a couple of weeks earlier than we expected – and I apologize for the short notice. We understand the need to maintain as quiet a study space as possible so are making the following accommodations.
Noise Control:
· The contractors will be here from 7am to about 3pm Mon – Fri, so evenings and weekends will be the quietest times in the library.
· There is no major construction involved such as jack hammering or walls being removed.
· The construction people have been advised not to use radios and to keep their voices down.
· Earplugs will be available at the main library desk starting May 2nd.
· We are exploring alternative study spaces you can use during the morning and early afternoons and will post suggestions.
Books & Journals:
Half our books are in retrievable storage – we can get them twice a day, and on weekends – just ask for any title you’re looking for at the circulation desk or call us at X3808. Journals published in 2003 or earlier are all now in the subbasement. 2004 to date are on the main floor of the library. We apologize for this inconvenience, but the result will provide greatly improved study spaces.
Schedule:
· May 1 & 2 – Contractors will put up plastic sheeting on top floor between construction area and mezzanine
· May 1 & 2 – Spiral staircase nearest construction will be cordoned off
· May 1 & 2 --Contractors will begin dismantling wooden shelves on top floor (G) (ten days)
· May 2 – Locked study carrels will be moved to main floor (B)
· May 8 – Construction begins on top floor
· May 15 – Café area construction begins (outside main entrance to library)
· June 2 – July 18 – CEC air conditioning installed
· Aug 15 - Upper floor (G) finished - reference staff moved upstairs
· Aug 18 – Sep 17 – Shafer study rooms expanded into current reference offices
Please let me know if you have any questions, concerns, or comments. Thanks.
Evelyn Morgen, Director
LMStowe Library
UConn Health Center
emorgen@uchc.edu
(860) 679-3323
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