In The News
Letter to Investors: A New Building Project Update
A letter was recently sent to all of those who have invested in our New Building Project.
You may read that letter here.
The Addison Township Public Library would once again like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our New Building Project. Your donation is very important to us. Because it directly supports this community through the library, we would like to update you on the current situation regarding the new building plan.
New Building Project Costs Increase By 25%
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 15, 2022
Final costs for the new library building were presented on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at the Addison Township Public Library New Building Committee meeting. This total is no longer an estimate or a projection. The established total for site preparation and new building construction is now $1.78M. This represents a 25% increase over projections.
Bids based on finalized project specifications were submitted by contractors on June 30, 2022. This was compiled by The Alan Group, who are the library’s construction management firm. Library Board President James Baldiga commented that they anticipated a cost increase, but not to this extent.
Project line items with exceptional increases include:
- Electrical: 84% increase over projections
- Masonry: 110% increase over projections
James Ratliff, construction manager of The Alan Group, attributes the increases to extensive construction market pressure since the conceptual budget in 2019.
The Library Board will meet the week of July 18th to discuss these developments in the project’s total cost. Fundraising efforts originally generated 86% of the expected funds needed. With the current figures, the library is actually at 70% of their fundraising goal. The difference is expected to be made up through a construction loan.
Visit www./letsbuildalibrary.org/ to learn more about the project and how you can get involved.
| Addison Township Library
Rosie Walker, Library Director 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 628-7180 www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org rwalker@addison.lib.mi.us |
Addison Township Library Board of Trustees
James Baldiga, President 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 736-0548 |
Addison Township Board of Trustees Contributes $128,000.00 to Library New Building Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 21, 2022
On Monday April 18, 2022, at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Addison Township Board of Trustees, the Trustees voted unanimously to contribute $128,000.00 to the Library’s New Building Fund.
The Library Board was thrilled upon hearing the news. “This contribution is a further indication of the community’s support for our project and will directly reduce the planned construction loan needed to complete project funding,” said James Baldiga, Library Board President.
When announcing the contribution, Township Supervisor Bruce Pearson noted, “The Township Board is very supportive of using $128,000.00 of the Federal ARPA money for the Library. That, combined with the $500,000.00 from Congress will make a huge contribution to our Library’s construction project.”
The Library’s New Building Committee continues to work with the architects to refine the plan for the new building. Plans for a ground-breaking this Summer are also in the works.
Visit www./letsbuildalibrary.org/ to learn more about the project and how you can get involved.
| Addison Township Library Board of Trustees
James Baldiga, President 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 736-0548 |
Addison Township Library
Dennis Hillers, Library Director 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 628-7180 www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org dhillers@tln.lib.mi.us |
Addison Township Board of Trustees Gives Final Approval to Library Site Plan
March 22, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The vote was unanimous.
Last night at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Addison Township Board of Trustees the Trustees voted unanimously to accept a resolution approving the Site Plan for the new Library.
An initial Site Plan was submitted to the Township Planning Board in May of 2021. A resolution letter approving the Site Plan was adopted at the November 9, 2021 Planning Board Meeting with the recommendation for approval by the Township Trustees.
Between November 9, 2021 and March 21, 2022 the New Building Committee Chair, James Elsarelli worked with all parties to address any final issues with our Plan. After the vote last night, Elsarelli said, “This was a great milestone for the Library and community. I am excited to continue progress on this project and look forward to the next phases.”
Work will begin on the new library as soon as possible.
Visit www.letsbuildalibrary.org to learn more about the project and how you can get involved.
| Addison Twp. Library Board of Trustees
James Baldiga, President 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 |
Addison Twp. Library
Dennis Hillers, Library Director 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 628-7180 |
Addison Township Public Library to Receive $500,000 Federal Grant to Build New Library
March 11, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
U.S. Senate Passes Historic FY 2022 Omnibus Spending Bill
Last night the United States Senate voted 68 – 31 to approve the FY 2022 Omnibus Spending Bill. President Biden is expected to sign it into law in the coming days.
Included in that Bill is a request for $500,000.00 to go toward the construction of Addison Township’s first Library building.
It’s been an incredible honor to have had our project chosen for this funding. Not all of the “Community Funded Projects” brought before the Senate received all of the funding which was requested. Ours did. According to Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin — “our project made the final cut based on the strength of our application and the broad support shown by the community.” We expect to receive the funds within 6-months.
Work will begin on the new library as soon as possible.
Visit www.letsbuildalibrary.org to learn more about the project and how you can get involved..
| Addison Twp. Library Board of Trustees
James Baldiga, President 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 |
Addison Twp. Library
Dennis Hillers, Library Director 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 628-7180 |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BRICK SALE GOING ON NOW
Only 400 Bricks will be available for purchase.
Easy installment payments.
New Building Committee Meetings
The committee meets on The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 5pm in The Library.
ATTENTION ALL TRADES - ADD YOUR NAME TO OUR CONTRACTORS DATABASE
We are looking for all construction tradesman, artisans, suppliers, etc. interested in helping us with our project goals. If you or someone you know are in construction trades, supply chain or have other talents that can contribute to the cause, please use our Contact Us page to send us your contact information and area of expertise so we can reach out to you as we move forward.Seeking the Following Trades & Services
Tree work, Earthwork, Trucking, Well Installation, Septic Installation, Landscaping, Asphalt Paving, Concrete Foundations, Concrete Flatwork, Masonry, Rough Carpenters, Millwork / Cabinets, Roofers, Siding, Caulking and Waterproofing, Glazing, Drywall, Tile, Flooring, Painters, Plumbers, HVAC, Electricians and more!Donate Today
Your tax deductible contribution will help fund the construction of our new library.
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