Renovation

Orangeville Public Library’s Mill Street Location Closed for Renovations

Wednesday, January 25

The Mill Street Library renovation project is moving out of the demolition phase and into the construction phase.

According to Project Manager, Mark Hicks of D&H Architects, the elevator project is currently on schedule and on budget.

Here’s what we’ve been up to:

• Demolition of the existing small elevator shaft and changes to each level to make room for the new larger elevator
• An old bank vault, with walls that had been reinforced with metal railway tracks, was uncovered. This will make removing the section more challenging
• Additional excavation and shoring was required as the foundation was not as deep as anticipated
• The gas main has been moved and plumbing reconfigured for the downstairs washrooms
• The new elevator shaft is being built

Thank you for your ongoing support as we create a library that is fully accessible for everyone.

A reminder that material should not be returned to the Mill Street Library as it is a construction site. Please return your items at the train station at 49 Town Line (drive south on Mill Street to Town Line) or at the Alder Street Library.

Wednesday, October 19

The early stages of our Mill Street Library renovation are well under way, and there has been a flurry of activity as staff are preparing the site to turn over to the contractors. It’s involved more than just moving books and shelves.

Here’s what we’ve been up to:

•  Setting up our satellite location at the Train Station (49 Town Line) for hold pick-ups and book returns. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. When placing a hold in the online catalogue or app, select your pick-up location - Alder or Train Station. The Train Station is a 3 minute drive or a 10 minute walk from the Mill Street Library. Proceed down Mill Street to Town Line.
• Construction has started at the Mill Street location.
• Preparing the Alder Library for more visitors, extended hours, and creating a refreshed and dynamic children’s space.
• You may notice a very important person missing from the front of the library. Our beloved wood carving, Marilyn, has been relocated to keep her safe during the renovations.
• Our gardens may look a little emptier, but don’t worry, it’s temporary! Parks staff have removed some of the plants for safe-keeping during the renovations, and they’ll be returned to their home next year.
  Photo Gallery: Mill Renovation will appear here on the public site.

Wednesday, October 5

As part of the library’s commitment to providing accessible customer service, a new elevator is being built in the downtown branch. The current 1980s vintage hydraulic lift will undergo a full reconstruction to create an elevator that is AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) compliant.

The last day of regular operations at the Mill Street location is on Saturday, October 8 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Starting Tuesday October 11, Alder Street Library will have extended hours to serve the needs of Orangeville residents while Mill Street is closed.

Monday - Friday                      9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday                                  9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday                                    12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

The Mill Street drop box will be closed for returns. An alternate location in the downtown is planned and will be shared when finalized. Library patrons who borrowed a book from the Mill Street location can return borrowed materials to Alder Recreation Centre location.

We’re in the process of re-organizing all programs to run out of the Alder Recreation Centre location or other external locations where possible. As library programs are relocated, updates will be shared with the public.

We thank all library users for their patience as we work to provide more accessible customer service to our patrons.