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SCLS Assistance & Information:

Available building consultant services

• Checklists and recommendations for new buildings and renovations:
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BadgerNet Converged Network (BCN) Project Site Survey Process (pdf): includes building infrastructure requirements. For more information about BCN, contact the Help Desk at (608) 242-4710.

Architectural firms with experience in library design

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Designing Libraries: the gateway to better library buildings a website that's a resource for library planning, design & building.

Whole Building Design Guide

• The USDA Rural Development Grant & Loan information. Funds may be used to construct, enlarge or improve public libraries. This can include costs to acquire land needed for a facility, pay necessary professional fees and purchase equipment required for operation. Funds can also be used to purchase shelving, furniture, computers, audio-visual equipment, distance learning equipment and bookmobiles. Depending on funding availability, USDA Rural Development will provide up to $500,000 in additional Recovery Act dedicated grant funds to each of the State Offices for library projects.

CF Libraries Fact Sheet (pdf) • USDA Rural Development Office Locations (pdf)

Library Grants Blog

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