Archive for July, 2004

Barb and Sylvia inspecting the place

Thursday, July 22nd, 2004

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Sylvia and Barb discuss the progress of the remodeling as Rick gives orders to the crew.

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Barb inspects this machine for possible use in shelving books.

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New air handlers have been installed for the entire L building.

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This was a surprising view from Troy’s office. You don’t expect to see someone working on the celing in the artium area.

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All of the tiles have been removed and electrical work has begun on the highest points of the library.

First floor is getting closer everyday…

Thursday, July 22nd, 2004

The sounds of electric saws and classic rock continue to emerge from the first floor of the library. Everything is on schedule, which is good news.

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Here are key materials stockpiled and ready to use.

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Here is a Sox fan cutting pieces for the walls.

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More important materials that are neatly organized for quick use.

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The new wall is painted with new electric sockets.

Stilts, Wires, Spackle!

Tuesday, July 13th, 2004

The work continues on the first floor. The walls to the new technical service area are in place. They are continuing to work on the wiring in the ceiling.

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Walking on stilts is a true skill, but spackling on stilts is something special.

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Wires in the wall.

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Working on the wires above.

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Getting closer and closer.