FY 2015-2016 State Aid for Public Library Construction Grant Program Awards totaling $525,545 have been announced and eleven MHLS Member Libraries, along with the Mid-Hudson Library System, have been awarded funds:
Reed Memorial Library (Carmel): $6,785
Convert to natural gas; install generator; insulation
Catskill Public Library: $35,002
HVAC and insulation upgrades
Claverack Library: $88,500
Building renovation project including asbestos removal, HVAC and fiber optic network
Desmond-Fish Library (Garrison): $36,986
Renovations to create a Computer Lab
Hudson Area Association Library: $3,206
ADA-accessible restrooms
Kinderhook Memorial Library: $68,356
450 square foot addition to existing building
Kingston Library: $179,936
Children’s room renovation
Morton Memorial Library & Community House (Rhinecliff): $17,096
Rehabilitate and weatherproof windows; energy efficient lighting
Olive Free Library: $4,794
Emergency generator; updated electrical panels and consolidation of electrical service; installation of transfer switches and utility pole
Putnam Valley Free Library: $33,288
Replace pedestrian bridge which provides access to the library
Mid-Hudson Library System: $51,596
ADA-compliant restrooms and improved safety of 1st floor lobby area and restroom access area in headquarters
