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1927 |
Everett
Lincoln Meservey started collecting books for the library
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1932
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Funds were received by the WPA to expand
the library. Mrs. Velma Evans became the first part-time librarian. |
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1945
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The Village voted to support the library with tax
revenues. |
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1963
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The American Legion Post 338 donated land
for the Westmont Public Library.
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1964
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The new library opened with Mrs. Dwight
Townsend as librarian |
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1973
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The Francis S. Maier Children's Wing was
added. |
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1982
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Expansion and remodeling completed.
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1989-1990 |
Bond issue referendum
passed 1334 to 935 for the new library building on November 7, 1989.
Ground-breaking ceremonies were held on July 29, 1990.
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1993
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The new 28,000 square foot building
opened in January. The dedication was held on April 18, 1993.
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1993-2000
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The Library Board was successful in
achieving a $550,000 settlement on construction problems. |
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2005 |
Paid of the mortgage.
Reopened on Sundays.
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2006 |
Retired Building Bonds.
Passed referendum
increasing operating budget.
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2008 |
Newly refurbished Childrens &
Youth Department opens.
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