The Peninsula Public Library and Temple Israel of Lawrence are pleased to announce that a letter of intent has been signed between our two institutions for the purchase of properties owned by the Temple as a site for a new improved Community Library. The properties to be purchased will be large enough to accommodate a three-story, 30,000 square foot library and ample off-street parking. The Temple sanctuary, related buildings, classrooms, catering and existing parking facilities on the Temple Israel campus will remain intact, untouched, and fully operational.
Both institutions are very excited to be moving forward in a positive direction in this venture. Temple Israel is especially pleased to be of assistance to the Library in achieving its goal of building a new and enhanced modern library facility with parking for the entire community to enjoy.
Both parties will need to obtain approvals by State and Local regulatory agencies as is required by law. A new building design for the Library is also in the works. The building design along with all other significant details of the project will be presented to the Temple Israel Congregation and to all residents of the Library District for final approval before the purchase can be completed.
The Library Board, Administration and Staff would like to thank the public for its strong support for the current Library, despite its physical limitations, and we hope you share our excitement as we move ahead to make a long held dream become a reality.
Peninsula Public Library and Temple Israel of Lawrence
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