SEE RENOVATION LAY-OUT PLAN FOR MSL at http://www.springfieldlibrary.org./branches/MS%20plan.pdf
From: Robert Warren, City Law Dept., Sent Friday, May 28, 2010: There was an article on the Urban League that was published in the Republican, on May 26, 2010. Additionally, the City's relocation consultant has been informed this week that closure of the negotiations with regard to a replacement site are still a couple of weeks away. The City is still waiting for the Urban League's formal request to remain in occupancy at 765 State Street pending finalization of its relocation claim and move plans, which may include a temporary move and a counter proposal with regard to the amount of the use and occupancy that will accrue after June, 1, 2010.
From: Carol Leaders, Springfield City Library: In addition, we met with Scott Pierce, City Facilities and Mike Tully, Parks Division to discuss plans to spruce up the garden behind the Mason Square Library. Mike is going to develop a Master Plan that can be implemented in stages. He has a few ideas that can be implemented right away (Phase 1) which include taking down a couple of dead trees; weeding; mulching; and planting replacement trees. Mike also found some concrete benches that we can use for Phase 1 of the project. We are also exploring the possibility 'A Gardening the Community' initiative involving neighborhood youth that would help beautify the garden. This will be great as the Summer Reading Program begins on June 21st.