Library panel approves February minutes with clarification on grant funding gaps.
The Library Renovations/Addition Project Building Committee approved prior meeting minutes with a recorded amendment on grant eligibility impacts from space constraints. The panel, including Kelly deHaas, Erik Hinckley, LeeAnn Manke, Peter Manke, Kristopher Riley, and AJ Tiniakos, discussed an
Library Renovations_Additions Project Building Committee · Meeting of March 26, 2026
CT NEWINGTON — The Library Renovations/Addition Project Building Committee approved prior meeting minutes with a recorded amendment on grant eligibility impacts from space constraints. The panel, including Kelly deHaas, Erik Hinckley, LeeAnn Manke, Peter Manke, Kristopher Riley, and AJ Tiniakos, discussed an April 28 presentation to Town Council that will address current building concerns and explore phasing options. LeeAnn Manke reported construction pricing has risen dramatically and will continue climbing.
The Committee identified a roughly two-year swing space window needed during construction, with the Library Board actively pursuing grants and fundraising alongside an ongoing public education campaign.
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Source: the Library Renovations_Additions Project Building Committee meeting of March 26, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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