The Thunder Bay Public Library has announced that Brodie Library is on track to re-open on schedule in early September.
The branch has been closed since June 16 to make a number of changes to address safety and security concerns, including:
- Hiring new security-focused staff
- Implementing a new floor plan with improved lines of sight and better spaces to browse and study
- Moving most of the branch collection to the main floor for easier access and better building flow
- Creating a dedicated research department on the lower level
- Desk for patrons wishing to access the Local History, Photo and Map Collections
The Library is also moving the Friends of the Library Used Bookstore from Brodie Library to Waverley Library.
“We’re confident that the changes we’ve made over the past two and a half months will not only improve safety and security for staff and patrons, they’ll contribute to a better experience overall,” says Library CEO Richard Togman.
Moving forward, most of Brodie’s public operations will be on the main floor, with the research department being located on the lower floor.
“This means we’re able to concentrate staff more, and offer staff clear sightlines throughout the public spaces,” added Togman.
“Moving the Research Department to the lower level means local history buffs and researchers now have a dedicated space to access our special collections and work with departmental staff, vastly improving their experience.”
The children’s section also has a new location on the main floor, with new seating available for parents and caregivers.
The library is re-opening to the public on September 2.
