Oriole Park Branch Library
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Project: | Oriole Park Branch Library |
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Address: | 7454 West Balmoral |
Community: | Norwood Park |
Ward: | 41 |
Description: | LEED Certified"Libraries are community anchors, and they contribute immeasurably to the quality of life in our neighborhoods. That's why my administration has placed such a high priority on libraries, even at a time when budgets are very tight." Mayor Richard M. Daley The new 14,000-square-foot branch facility, which replaced a storefront library, cost $5 million. It was dedicated June 22, 2004. The new Oriole Park Library features a comprehensive collection of materials for adults, teens and children, officials said, including Internet access, more than 40 electronic databases, books on tape, newspapers and periodicals. A community room and expanded parking also are planned, and the library will be fully accessible to people with disabilities. |
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PROJECT PRESS RELEASES
Date | Description |
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6/22/2004 | Mayor Daley Opens Oriole Park Library Branch |
11/12/2002 | PBC Awards Contract For New Oriole Park Library |
10/28/2009 | PBC of Chicago Marks 20th LEED Certified Building |
12/11/2001 | PBC Awards North Side Branch Library Contract |
5/6/2011 | Mayor Daley Visits Site of New Garvy Elementary School Addition on Northwest Sitde to Open in the Fall |
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