Fresno County Public Library\u2019s flagship location in downtown will close beginning Sunday, Feb. 15.<\/p>\n
And though the wait for a reopening could be two years for library goers, it will bring long-awaited renovations.<\/p>\n
Sally Gomez, director of the Fresno County Public Library, said upgrades position the branch for the future. That work could take 18 to 24 months.<\/p>\n
\u201cInvesting in our infrastructure reflects our responsibility to maintain public spaces that are functional, sustainable, and responsive to the evolving needs of our community,\u201d Gomez said.<\/p>\n
Nearest libraries are the West Fresno Library<\/a>, Mosqueda Library<\/a>, Gillis Library<\/a>, Betty Rodriguez Regional Library<\/a>, Sunnyside Regional Library<\/a>, and Easton Library<\/a>.<\/p>\n $9 Million Library Project Gets Funding from County and State<\/p>\n As of January, the county has completed about 40% of the work at the Central branch at 2420 Mariposa St. That includes a new roof, windows, and fire alarm upgrades. Still in the queue are electrical system upgrades, lighting and ceiling upgrades, and a basement renovation.<\/p>\n Opened in 1959, the facility also serves as the system\u2019s headquarters. Materials are received and distributed in the 82,000 square-foot building. In addition, operations for the 33-branch library system are coordinated there.<\/p>\n