New Building Updates
We are excited to update you on the Elk Rapids District Library's pursuit of a new building opportunity.
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SURVEY
Pictured above: Pamela Williams, Director, Julia Pollister-Amos, Board Trustee and Aaron Hill, Assistant Director in front of the building at 8980 Cairn Highway.
February 26, 2024
A historic day for the
Elk Rapids District Library
As the Board of Directors officially purchased the building at 8980 Cairn Highway—the future home of the Elk Rapids District Library.
Updated conceptual site and floor plan from our architectural partner, Quinn Evans following our meetings.
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PROSPECTIVE NEW BUILDING
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING RECORDING
JANUARY 15, 2024
Members of the community joined us on January 15th as we discussed the design for the prospective new library building.
Quinn Evans Architects presented preliminary interior designs, and asked for public feedback.
Funding and Finance FAQs
See the Possibilities.
The vision of the Elk Rapids District Library is to provide a place for everyone with open and bright seating and dedicated spaces for children, teens, adults, reading, exploration, and community programs.
The prospective new site has opportunities to create indoor and outdoor spaces that expand the library’s impact, value and visibility in the community. Please click the button below to provide input or submit a question.
Join us and our award-winning architectural partners to learn more about the preliminary plans for our prospective new building.
The building we are considering, located at 8980 Cairn Highway in Elk Rapids, aligns perfectly with our goals and criteria, including its accessibility, relative location to schools, proximity to our tax-based population, size, and affordability.
With most of the building-related issues now resolved, we contemplate a decision to move forward with the property purchase after the first of the year. Stay connected with us to learn more. We will be hosting public forums in early January, once we receive preliminary architectural plans and budgets.
New Building FAQs
History of Elk Rapids District Library
