Patrons will need to use the parking-level entrance to access the Bob Harkins branch of the Prince George Public Library as work has started on construction of a new entrance.
Crews have begun preparing the site while actual construction will begin early next week, the City said Wednesday.
The project will also require the partial closure of one of the traffic lanes on a section of Canada Games Way in front of the library. A complete closure of both lanes will be required periodically during the course of construction.
City council approved a $3.95-million budget for the project in late April. It will involve construction of a 2 1/2-storey addition on the north side and a new circulation area.
Features will include an elevator with access from both sides providing access from the parking area, plaza level, main floor, and second floor, improved stairs for access from the main lobby to the second floor and windows to maximize natural light and an open atmosphere.
All entries will be accessible through sliding glass or push button access and there will be enhanced accessible parking and drop off zone at parking level.
Chernoff Thompson Architects North is the architect and Datoff Bros. Construction the contractor. Both are based in Prince George.
The operation is expected to be completed and opened to the public by the spring of 2020.
