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Blair Public Library Building Program Study 2006BLAIR, NEBRASKA GEORGE LAWSON LIBRARY PLANNING L!pj j V . A I M U Mr Aj Ll 1007 •• •• Ames, Iowa 511 10 ASSOCIATES INC. 640 Fifth Avenue, P.O. Box 919 Council Bluffs, Iowa 51502 \ k 4 6 Guide to the Buildin Program 2 4 4 ? » 2< 2 nm,, Specific # * » «© Considerations Supporting Populat#? Collection, ? and Service Data Space, Seating, Technology, Summary Relationship of Libra \ #:? *° \#le» #« Size and Shelving Capacities Shelving and Display Summary 9 Parking and Exterior Site ? ..: Exterior Book/Media Ret Entry / Vestibule / Lobby x » :< »,» :i Meeting *• « -° }; Circulation ■ ry Area < Popular d » \ f»>l» . .. ... .. .... ... . . ... . . ... .. .. \# Technology Center Local » °# >. G *> # «. « General Adult Collections Children's Collections and Services General 2 °c« Workroom/Office ? \ <vd Room Area Custodial Closets Storeroom ©7 [el f» f2» 2, 9 f ?« 2# d ?4 f2V \+ d tea The building program document is a description in words and numbers of the service and operational requirements for the proposed library building. The program serves as the library's written instructions to the architect in beginning the design process. The program is concerned with how the building is to function rather than how it will look. The architect will want to review the program with the library and consultant to insure a complete understanding of project requirements. Revisions may arise from that review. It is also possible that the library will revise its program requirements during the course of schematic design based on additional information, budget considerations, and /or new understandings resulting from the graphical representation of spaces. It is important that any revisions to the program be explicitly approved by the Library Board. The estimated space requirements of the building program will be tested by the architect. The preparation of schematic plans including furnishing layouts should be the final arbiter of space requirements for the building. The building program includes numerous sections grouped in three broad divisions: 1. Program Overview These sections provide overarching issues for the project and summary data. The Space and Seating Summary offers a quick summary of all space allocations. 2. Functional Area Descriptions These sections provide the detailed description and requirements for each functional area of the building. 3. General Design Considerations These are common library design requirements that should be considered in any library building project. a .a' In researching the program document a group of issues that affect the project across programmatic lines was identified. For this reason these issues are called to the planning team's specific attention. Single Level Floor Plan - All public services are to be located on a single floor for ease of customer use and to minimize staffing requirements. Expandability - The schematic design process should allow for a future 50% expansion of the facility. Collection Size — The building program provides for a 90% increase in the total collection size. Public Art — Consideration should be given to include public art as part of the library project for both interior and exterior spaces. Appropriate locations should be identified in the design process for art pieces and a juried selection process identified. Outdoor Seating — The site plan should identify an outdoor reading area. Seating and other amenities should be provided. This are might be part of an outdoor seating area for the cafe and might also be a location for public art. Wired Environment - The architects and their consultants are to take all appropriate actions necessary to provide both data and telephone wireless applications. Planning and specific measures should minimize interference from structural steel, electrical systems, and other potential sources of interference. A laptop computer docking cart is located behind the circulation desk to allow for the loan of laptops for use in the library. The cart may also be wheeled to the meeting room and conference room to support computer instruction activities. Storm Shelter - The architect is to identify an area of the building appropriate for shelter in times of severe weather. Circulation Control and Security — The library wishes to allow for the future implementation of a theft detection system, RFID technology, and selfcheck. The design and configuration of building exits, the circulation desk, check -in stations, return chutes, and future selfcheck station locations should all anticipate future implementation of these systems. i • • 1 .� • i i - : - Demographic and operational data were gathered in the course of preparing the library building program. This data took the form of population projections published by Washington County and historical service and collection data reported by the Blair Public Library to the Nebraska Library Commission. That information is provided in the tables that follow these introductory paragraphs. The population projections and the historical service data provided general direction and guidance in developing the scope the library building program. The population and service data do not provide the basis for a direct, mechanistic formulation of quantities of furnishings or space allocations. The size of the projected collections in the program were taken directly from a projection of the library's actual average annual net acquisitions for the past five years. That data and calculation are shown in the two tables under the heading "Projected Collection Size ". The estimated space requirements contained in building program are directly based on the furnishings, equipment, collections, services, and operational functions included in the description of each functional space. The size of a functional area may be modified by increasing or reducing the number of physical objects and activities included in that functional area. Po pulation Projectio Washin • unty Nebraska Comprehensive Development Plan 2it Historic Net Growth Low Medium High J Blair net rates of 922 book volumes and 212 media items. i 2010 1 7,670 8,408 8,655 2020 8,166 1 9,295 9,849 2030 8,650 10,276 1 11,207 Washington County +197 1 +290 1 (-16) 1 2000 1 18,780 actual 1 1 1 (-2) 2010 1 18,939 1 20,761 1 21,370 2020 1 20,162 ( 22,951 1 24,318 2030 1 21,359 1 25,373 1 27,671 Historic Net Growth Over the past 5 years the Blair Public Library's book and media collections have grown at annual average net rates of 922 book volumes and 212 media items. Year Book Volumes Media Items Periodicals 1 FY 2005 +1,177 +216 (-9) FY 2004 +251 +162 1 (-6) FY 2003 1 +197 1 +290 1 (-16) 1 FY 2002 1 +1,329 1 +161 1 (-2) FY 2001 1 +1,657 1 +231 1 +9 + 922 average I + 212 average I + (- 5) average annual net growth annual net growth annual net growth 3 Projected Collection Growth Applying the average annual net growth in a straight line projection from the current base holdings results in a projected book collection of 56,265 volumes and a media collection of 7,559 items or a total collection size of 63,824 items. FY 2005 2030 25 Year Collection I Base Holdings: Net Growth x 25 years Projected Holdings Growth Rate 922 volumes x 25 years Books 33,215 items = 23,050 items 56,265 items 69.4% 212 items x 25 years Media 2,259 items I = 5,300 items 7,559 items I 135% Combined I ( 1,134 items x 25 years Holdings 35,474 items = 28,350 items 63,824 items 79.9% Periodicals Net growth is not typically a good predictor for projected periodical holdings. If the current periodicals per capita holdings rate is maintained with the projected population growth, in 2030 the library could be expected to subscribe to 133 titles. Blair Public Library Service Trends 1999 - 2005 Total FTEs Circulation 4.5 75,274 4.0 72,424 4.0 70,017 4.0 67,977 4.0 61,620 6.0 56,839 5.0 57,023 Public Internet Subscriptions Computers Catalog Stations 6 7 4 7 4 , 7 3 7 3 7 2 3 2 3 Attendance # of Adult Programs ( Total # of Programs 1,835 ( 17 ) 107 1 1,228 12 95 1,152 10 77 1,947 14 123 1,674 7 92 1,349 3 74 1,349 3 74 4 Book Volumes Operating Year Hours per Week Expenditures 2005 53 223,129 2004 53 205,834 2003 53 199,676 2002 53 186,553 2001 53 184,000 2000 ( 49 176,097 1999 50 168,070 Total FTEs Circulation 4.5 75,274 4.0 72,424 4.0 70,017 4.0 67,977 4.0 61,620 6.0 56,839 5.0 57,023 Public Internet Subscriptions Computers Catalog Stations 6 7 4 7 4 , 7 3 7 3 7 2 3 2 3 Attendance # of Adult Programs ( Total # of Programs 1,835 ( 17 ) 107 1 1,228 12 95 1,152 10 77 1,947 14 123 1,674 7 92 1,349 3 74 1,349 3 74 4 Book Volumes 2005 33,215 2004 32,038 2003 ( 31,787 2002 31,590 2001 30,261 2000 28,604 1999 29,373 943 1 of Children's Year Programs 2005 90 2004 83 2003 67 2002 109 2001 ( 85 2000 71 1999 71 Total FTEs Circulation 4.5 75,274 4.0 72,424 4.0 70,017 4.0 67,977 4.0 61,620 6.0 56,839 5.0 57,023 Public Internet Subscriptions Computers Catalog Stations 6 7 4 7 4 , 7 3 7 3 7 2 3 2 3 Attendance # of Adult Programs ( Total # of Programs 1,835 ( 17 ) 107 1 1,228 12 95 1,152 10 77 1,947 14 123 1,674 7 92 1,349 3 74 1,349 3 74 4 Periodical Media Items S Subscription 2,259 ( ( 96 2,043 1 105 1,881 1 111 1,591 1 127 1,430 1 129 1,199 1 120 943 1 122 Total Children's I Computers Catalog Stations 6 7 4 7 4 , 7 3 7 3 7 2 3 2 3 Attendance # of Adult Programs ( Total # of Programs 1,835 ( 17 ) 107 1 1,228 12 95 1,152 10 77 1,947 14 123 1,674 7 92 1,349 3 74 1,349 3 74 4 Attendance # of Adult Programs ( Total # of Programs 1,835 ( 17 ) 107 1 1,228 12 95 1,152 10 77 1,947 14 123 1,674 7 92 1,349 3 74 1,349 3 74 4 4 5 Public Square Study Casual Technology Other Programmatic Area Feet Seating Seating Stations Seating Exterior Book/ Media Returns 80 Entry/Vestibule /Lobby Unassigned Restrooms Unassigned To be Cafe 800 determined Meeting Rooms and 125 mtg rm Pre - Assembly Space 2,720 18 conf rm Circulation Desk and Workroom Area 940 2 selfchecks (future) 2 opacs Popular Materials 1,202 8 I 1 listening station Technology Center 640 16 computer stations Reference 1,152 20 1 opac 1 computer station Local History /Genealogy 560 8 2 microform R /P's General Adult Print Collections 3,898 16 12 2 opacs 4+ 1 opac discovery 4 computer stations Children's Services 3,754 12 area seating 2 listening stations 25 story rm General Staff Workroom and Office 1,335 Staff Room Area 360 Custodial Closets 120 Storeroom 600 Mechanical Systems Unassigned Net Program 18,161 Unassigned Space 25% of Gross 6 2 selfchecks 6 opacs Gross Space Requirement 24 56 24 20 computer stations 3 listening stations 125 mtg rm 18 conf rm 2 microform R /P's 25 story rm 5 '�„ ���� ��; • � � °;, is As a guide, the following core relationships are provided. Relationships within the individual spaces are described in the body of the narrative descriptions. Building Area Primary Relationship Relationship Exterior Book/Media Returns General Staff Workroom Meeting Rooms Children's EntranceNestibule /Lobby Circulation, Cafe Popular Materials Restrooms Public Meeting Rooms, Children's, Lobby, Cafe Staff Staff Room, General Staff Workroom Meeting Rooms Lobby, Restrooms Children's Cafe Lobby, Meeting Rooms, Restrooms Popular Materials Lobby, General Staff Workroom Circulation Desk Area Popular Materials, Children's Restrooms Circulation Popular Materials Lobby Children's, Cafe Technoloqy Center I Circulation, Popular Materials Local History/Genealogy Reference General Adult Collections Genealogy / Local History I Reference General Adult Print Collections I Reference Popular Materials Circulation, Children's Services Popular Materials, Young Adult Meeting Rooms General Staff Workroom and Offices I Circulation Staff Room Staff Room I General Staff Workroom Storeroom I General Staff Workroom Custodial Closet I none R rA Existing Projected Projected Projected Number of Number of % to Volumes to Shelving Collection Volumes Volumes Shelve Shelve Capacity Popular Materials New, Display, Paperback and Large Print New Books Included in Included in 50 Included in 480 Other Counts Other Counts Other Counts Topical Display Included in Included in 50 Included in 200 Other Counts Other Counts Other Counts Paperbacks 1,531 2,594 70 1,816 1,816 Total 1,531 2 1,816 2,496 Young Adult Fiction 937 1,588 96 1,525 1,525 Graphic Novel 14 178 90 160 160 Recorded Books 56 130 90 118 120 Periodicals 6 titles 12 Titles 100 12 titles 12 titles Total 1,007 1,896 1,803 1,805 Media Movies - DVDs and Videos 1,267 2,978 90 2,680 3,000 Recorded Books: CD & Tape 988 2,322 90 2,090 2,100 Music - CD 44 103 90 92 400 Computer Software 12 12 98 12 60 Total 2,311 5,415 4,874 5,560 Current Periodicals Current Magazines 82 Titles 132 Titles 100 132 Titles 132 Titles Current Newspapers 6 Titles 8 Titles 100 8 Titles 8 Titles Reference General Reference 766 766 100 766 800 Back Issue Magazines 3 Years 3 Years 100 3 Years 3 years Back Issue Newspapers 6 Months 6 Months 100 6 Months 6 months Total 766 766 766 800 Local History / Genealogy Local History 0 300 100 300 360 Genealogy Reference 204 346 100 346 360 Total 204 646 646 720 General Adult Collections Large Print 1,539 3,000 96 2,880 2,800 Fiction 8,470 14,578 95 13,849 13,944 Nonfiction 7,785 13,418 97 13,015 13,104 Biography 1,179 1,998 97 1,938 2,016 Total 18 32,994 31,682 31,944 rA Youth Services Entry Zone New Books Children's Magazines Recorded Books Book / Tape Kits Spanish Lanquaqe Books Subtotal Young Child Zone Board Books Picture Books Easy Readers Subtotal Elementary Zone Fiction Nonfiction Biog raphy Paperbacks Subtotal Children's Total I Grand Total Included in Included in 50 Included in Other 240 Other Counts Other Counts Counts 6 titles 12 titles 100 12 titles 12 titles 65 160 90 144 150 79 185 90 166 180 50 120 95 114 120 194 465 424 690 60 120 92 110 200 3,475 5,887 95 5,593 5,593 392 664 85 565 720 3,927 6,671 6,268 6,513 2,040 3,456 97 3,352 3,360 4,550 7,708 97 7,477 7,560 453 767 97 744 840 293 496 95 471 480 7,336 12,427 12,044 12,240 11,457 19,563 18,736 19,443 36,018 62,568 60,323 62,768 1 I • . , I.. Number of Number Other Single -Face Shelves per Depth Storage Collection Sections Height Section of Shelf Units Popular Materials New, Display, and Paperbacks Square Notes Feet I New Books 8 I 66" I 4 I 10" I display shelves - confer with staff / consultant I Display confer with staff 2 and consultant Paperbacks 12 66" 6 6" 1 Sloped display shelves Total 20 , I I , 2 Young Adult Fiction and 14 66" 5 10" Graphic Novels Newspapers Periodicals 1 66" 4 12" Recorded Books 1 66" 5 10" Total 16 Back - issues 26 Media 6 12" Magazines and Videos and 4 66" 3 10" DVDs Total 36 Recorded Books 14 66" 6 6" CD ROMS 1 66" 4 10" CDs - Music 1 66" 4 10" Total 20 General Adult Print Current Periodicals Current 12 66" 4 12" Magazines and Newspapers Reference General 10 45" 3 12" Reference Back - issues 26 84" 6 12" Magazines and Newspapers Total 36 Local History Genealogy gY Genealogy 3 66" 5 12" Local History 3 66" 5 12" Subtotal 6 General Adult Print Larqe Print 24 66" 5 10" Fiction 83 84" 7 10" Biography 14 84" 6 10" Nonfiction 91 84" 6 10" Total 212 periodical shelving Shelf bins slanted, slotted shelves Shelf bins periodical shelving, 1 section with hinged plexiglass covers for newspapers 96 80 144 320 168 12 12 192 48 168 12 12 240 144 120 312 432 36 36 72 288 996 168 1,092 2,544 Collection Children's Entry Zone New Books Display New Magazines Spanish Language Recorded Books Book/Tape Kits Total Young Child Zone Board Books Picture Books Easy Readers Total Elementary Zone Fiction Nonfiction Biography Paperbacks Total Number Number Number of Shelves per of Other Single -Face Section Depth Storage Sections Height Including of Shelf Units Base I Square Notes Feet 4 66" 4 10" display shelves - confer 48 I ( ( I with staff / consultant confer with staff 80 2 and consultant 1 66" 4 12" periodical shelving 12 1 12 1 66" 6 6" slanted, slotted shelves 12 3 66" 3 rods for hanging bags 36 per section 10 2 200 child- height df multi- 40 1 compartment bins 31 45" 3 12" 372 4 45" 3 12" 48 35 1 460 28 66" 5 10 336 63 66" 5 10 756 7 66" 5 10 84 4 66" 5 6 slanted, slotted shelves 48 102 1,224 10 P F The architect is to review parking requirements with appropriate city planners, the library board, and director. The parking lot is to be well lit. Green space, berms, plantings, or other techniques should be employed to soften the harshness of the parking area while recognizing the need for ease of snow removal. Handicapped parking provisions are to be made per code requirements The number of parking spaces are to be determined as part of the architectural planning phase. As a preliminary measure, it is suggested that 70 public parking stalls be considered. Provide 6 staff stalls near the staff entry. Vehicle Circulation Issues • drop- off /pick -up lane at the front entry • path for driver's side book return Entry Area • lighted flag pole • racks for 12 bicycles in a visible location near the entry • 2 benches for those waiting for rides • trash and cigarette receptacles Site Landscaping and Lighting Attractive but easily maintained plantings are desired. Lighting is required for public and staff safety at the public entry, site margins, and at the staff entry. Refuse A screened enclosure is needed for trash and recycling receptacles. Identify a location convenient for staff. Signage: Handicapped and staff parking stalls Adjacencies Primary: Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: Other Plumbing Entry None None convenience outlets at entry exterior illuminated flag pole illuminated message board secure hose bib 11 Exterior Book/Media 80 Square Feet Function and Design Issues The library desires a driver's side, drive -up return, sheltered from the weather, if the site plan allows. The interior return room should be located as part of or as near as possible to the reshelving /check -in area. If possible, an exterior pavement level higher than the interior floor level facilitates increased capacity. A large capacity bin is desired, review bin choices and return heights with library staff. Two returns are desired (print and media) at a height that anticipate both SUVs and small sedans. The returns should be keyed to allow them to be secured as circumstances require. The return room must be fire rated and have a floor drain. Signage: Book Return, Media Return Directional signage to guide customers to return location Adjacencies: Primary: General Staff Workroom and /or Circulation Area Engineering Issues Security: keyed returns, fire rated room Plumbinq: floor drain 12 1111111q IIIIIIq 111 , 11 1 , 111 • • , •! Function and Design Issues This area provides a welcoming entry for the public to the library facility. The lobby serves both the library and meeting rooms independently. Provide for: ® lighted exterior hours of operation and schedule board • exterior trash receptacles and cigarette disposal units • interior and exterior benches for patrons waiting for rides ® on- demand powered door openers • walk -off system for shoe soil • bi -level drinking fountain • lighted, flush wall display case • dedication plaque and donor recognition system for wall • courtesy telephone ® janitorial closet with mop sink ® provide rough -ins for future theft detection panels on library side of lobby • 2 return slots (books, media) that empty into the Circulation check -in area may be located in the lobby or as patrons approach the Circulation area depending on schematic design. ® Lobby to be well lit, avoid existing building's initial failure to properly light lobby Signage - illuminated exterior name of library interior book/media return dedication and donor plaques Adjacencies: Primary: Meeting Rooms, Circulation Secondary: Children's, Popular Materials Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: 1 in lobby Electrical Outlets: 1 located with lobby computer outlet convenience outlets in lobby, vestibule drinking fountain doors theft- detection rough -ins Security: theft - detection rough -ins Other illuminated display case Plumbing mop sink in custodial closet 13 •; • r -r Function and Design Issues 3 public restrooms (men, women, assisted /family) are to be located off the lobby for users of both the library proper and the meeting rooms. • 1 single -user staff restroom should be provided in proximity to the staff room area. Restrooms should provide: • Views to the interiors of the restrooms are to be screened when the doors are opened • Spacious restrooms with appealing, durable finishes • The number of women's fixtures should reflect the high percentage of library users that are female • Package shelves by sinks • Automatic fixtures for lights, hand blowers, soap dispensers, and paper towels • Deadbolts for all public restroom doors • Stalls should be spacious, well lit, and include coat hook and package shelf • Changing table in each restroom • Sanitary product disposal fixture • Sharps disposal receptacles • Soap dispenser (stainless) is to be located above the sink • Tile floors and walls • Superior ventilation • Floor drain • Access panels to all valves located in wall cavities Signage: per ADA requirements Adjacencies: Public: Meeting Rooms, Lobby, Children's Staff: Staff Room, General Staff Workroom Electrical: convenience outlets only Security: deadbolt locks (allows short -term locking of restrooms to deter vandalism) Plumbing: floor drains access panels to any valves located in the wall automatic fixtures - public restrooms HVAC: superior ventilation 14 r :11 Functional Description The cafe provides space for customer relaxation and enjoyment of light refreshments, broadening and enhancing the library experience. Design and Layout Issues The space will be leased to a private sector vendor and designed in consultation with the vendor selected. To be economically viable the cafe would need its own exterior entrance as well as a library based entrance. Investigation of vendor interest is advisable prior to incorporation of this space in the building plan. The program makes an allowance of 800 square feet for the coffee shop. This allocation may require revision following discussions with vendors. An outdoor patio seating area, not included in the space allowance, for both library and cafe customers may be considered. Signage: confer Adjacencies , Primary: Lobby, Meeting Rooms, Restrooms Secondary: Popular Materials Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: Data Outlets: Media Capabilities: Electrical Outlets: Lighting: Acoustics H VAC: Plumbing To be determined 15 1 The meeting rooms provide space for library and community sponsored programming. The rooms should be able to operate independently from the library proper, allowing community sponsored events to start before and run past normal library operating hours. When the library is closed the meeting rooms should have access to restrooms, drinking fountain, pay telephone, and other common amenities. Pre- Assembly Space (500 square feet) Space is needed for persons attending programs at the library to gather prior to the beginning of activities and during breaks in the programming. Space is also needed for the display of temporary artistic and informational displays. Confer with staff and consultant to further define this space. Main Meeting Room (1,820 square feet) The room should seat 125 people in rows of chairs or 60 at tables and be rectangular in shape with a level floor. The walls should be of a material and color to permit projection. Vestibuled entries should be provided to avoid disruption by latecomers. If a mullion is used it should be removable. The room is to divide into two portions for concurrent activities by the inclusion of rigid demountable partitions with pocket doors (discuss proportions with library). All programmatic capabilities are to be available to both portions of the room. This may require duplication of features in some circumstances. Plenum partitioning is required above a dropped ceiling for sound suppression when the room is divided. The room should provide a wide range of media and technology support in each component of the room. The architects and their electrical or media consultant are requested to carefully explore these requirements with the library staff and library consultant. • telephone, data, power, cable television outlets at frequent wall and flush floor locations • public address system • ceiling mounted projection screens • ceiling mounted computer and video out -put projection • sound and video presentation capabilities • media control closet • lighting controlled to allow for different levels and zones of illumination Other features of the room are to include: • an alcove with counter, full size refrigerator, stove, microwave, 2 deep sinks, disposal, cupboards • coat alcove or room with coat rods and package shelves • storage for folding tables, stacking chairs, 2 media carts, 1 lectern, 2 dry erase boards, dollies, and programming accessories 16 Conference Room (400 square feet) A room is needed to seat 12 at a conference table. Also provide 6 seats for visitors. A presentation board, recessed service counter, clock, and recessed coat rack are required. Convenience outlets to enable small media presentations, a telephone outlet, and data outlets should be provided. Signage: review with staff venue for posting of room schedule at entry of each room venue for posting of library policies inside of rooms Adjacencies Primary: Lobby, Restrooms Secondary: Children's Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: Data Outlets: Cable Television: Media Capabilities: Review with staff and consultants Electrical Outlets: Lighting: Acoustics HVAC: 17 Function and Design Issues The circulation desk is the first point of contact for most library users. Library users come to the circulation desk to check -out materials, return books and pay fines, register as a borrower, and ask for directions. Staff at this desk provide the central point of control for the entire library. A diverse collection of customer service features are provided on the public floor near the circulation desk. Customer Service Center (120 square feet) • a recessed alcove or defined area • 1 photocopier with sorting table • space for the seasonal display of tax forms • keyed cupboards or closet with shelving for the storage of copying supplies and handouts • recessed, wall- mounted literature racks • 2 bulletin boards, 1 open bulletin board for community postings, 1 keyed for library postings Friends Book Sale(60 square feet) ® 3 sections of shelving with a small keyed, glass case as part of shelving configuration for the display of merchandise which will be sold by circulation desk staff Self -Check (80 square feet) Rough -in power and data for 2 future self -check circulation stations. Locate the future stations so that the stations are convenient for customers approaching the circulation desk on their way out of the library. Public Reshelving Area (60 square feet) Provide space and an attractive location for public access to 6 book carts with materials awaiting reshelving. Circulation Desk (620 square feet) The circulation desk includes 3 public service stations, 1 at standing height, 2 at a seated, ADA, height. The desk des_ ign is to create an identity for each station. Pass - throughs should allow the easy and immediate movement of staff and book carts from behind the desk to the public floor. Floor treatment should reflect long hours spent by staff standing behind the desk. Provide a queuing mechanism so that customers intuitively and cooperatively form a single line to approach the circulation desk stations. Each station is to include: • microcomputer • monitor, adjustable • keyboard, adjustable • bar code scanner • receipt printer • (future) security system desensitization equipment • task chair or wheeled stool • telephone • wheeled pedestals for shelves /storage • box for video /DVD sleeves • shield backs of equipment/cabling • under - counter cable management system • a small tack surface for posting of notes • public clock 18 A side or back counter area should provide for shared equipment and functions: ® cash register LAN printer output for all public computer stations home -base for a laptop computer docking cart (see http: / /www.bretford.com /products /section.asp ?pc =7) ® public address controls 3 sections of 66" shelving for holds and reserves, current information notebooks ® 1 standing- height staff work station with wheeled stool for on -going staff work such as materials processing ® 3 Russ Bassett Classic AV lateral file cabinets ® 1 9 drawer registration file i The design of the circulation desk area is to anticipate the need for holiday decoration — confer with library staff. Signage Circulation Book / Media Return Friends Shop Adjacencies Primary: Lobby, Popular Materials, Children's, General Staff Workroom Secondary: Restrooms Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: 1 at each circulation desk station 1 at side /back counter 1 at staff work station Computer Outlets: 1 at each future self -check location 1 at each circulation desk station 2 at side /back counter 1 at staff work station 1 at customer service center Electrical Outlets: 1 duplex at each future self -check location 1 duplex at public copier 2 duplex at each circ desk station 3 duplex at side /back counter 1 duplex for laptop computer docking cart 2 duplex at staff work station 2 duplex at customer service center Public Address: at side /back counter M • O I • 1 Function and Design Issues The Popular Materials area includes high demand adult collections primarily intended for browsing. New Books /Media, Display Books, and Paperbacks (390 square feet) ® collection shelving • 1 catalog station ® 2 benches Media Collection (320 square feet) • collection shelving, group by format • 1 catalog station • 1 listening station Young Adult (492 square feet) ® The layout of furnishings and building elements rather than walls should create an identifiable space with a bright, open, relaxed atmosphere. Elements that might be used in crafting this effect include signage, graphic art, banners, display pieces, overhead pieces, and furniture style. The architect and interior design team will want to explore these issues with teen customers, the staff and consultant. • collection shelving • 4 lounge chairs • 2 two -place cafe tables ® tackable wall surfaces and /or kiosks for display and marketing Signage: Each collection area Range guides Information venue at each catalog station and listening station Adjacencies: Primary: Lobby, Secondary: Circulation, Children's 20 Collection Shelving Number of Number Other Single -Face Shelves per Depth Storage Square Collection Sections Height Section of Shelf Units Notes Feet Popular Materials New, Display, and Paperbacks New Books 8 I 66" I 4 I 10" I display shelves - confer 96 with staff / consultant Display confer with staff 80 2 and consultant Paperbacks 12 66" 6 6" Sloped display shelves 144 Total 20 ( I I 2 i Young Adult Fiction and 14 66" 5 10" 168 Graphic Novels Periodicals 1 66" 4 12" periodical shelving 12 Recorded Books 1 66" 5 10" 12 Total 16 192 Media Videos and 4 66" 3 10" Shelf bins 48 DVDs Recorded Books 14 66" 6 6" slanted, slotted shelves 168 CD ROMS 1 66" 4 10" 12 CDs - Music 1 66" 4 10" Shelf bins 12 Total 20 240 Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: None Computer Outlets: 1 at each public catalog station 1 at each study table 1 at each listening station Electrical Outlets: 1 duplex at each public catalog station 1 duplex at each study table 1 duplex at each lounge chair 1 duplex at each listening station 21 .�1 • - -- Function and Design Issues Computers are provided on the public floor for customer access to microcomputer workstations for general use applications, Internet research, and other applications the library may choose to provide. General Computing Stations • 16 computer workstations, each to seat 2 users in informal groupings of 3 to 6 computers (2 computer stations to include a scanner) • each station to be 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide • provide an indirect lighting system for this area to limit glare • layout to create a sense of relaxed personal space • customer print output is located at the Circulation Desk Signage: Technology Center Changeable information placard at each computer workstation Adjacencies: Primary: Circulation Desk, Popular Materials Secondary: Computer Outlets: 1 at each public computer workstation Electrical Outlets: 2 duplex at public computer workstation W Function and Design Issues The reference collections offer customers specific pieces of information and overviews of areas of knowledge. ® general collection shelving • back -issue collection shelving ® 1 public catalog station ® 2 four -place tables • 2 six -place glazed study rooms • 1 double -faced index tables • 1 atlas stand • 1 dictionary stand • clock Signage: Reference Adjacencies Primary: Secondary: Collection Shelving General Adult Collections, Local History /Genealogy Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at public catalog station 1 at each study room 1 duplex at public catalog station 1 duplex at each study room Square Notes Feet 120 312 432 23 Number of Number Other Single -Face Shelves per Depth Storage Collection Sections Height Section of Shelf Units General 10 45" 3 12" Reference Back - issues 26 84" 6 12" Magazines and Newspapers Total 36 Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at public catalog station 1 at each study room 1 duplex at public catalog station 1 duplex at each study room Square Notes Feet 120 312 432 23 560 Square Feet Function and Design Issues Local history and genealogical materials are provided to patrons in a identifiable area on the public floor defined by signage, architectural detail, and /or the layout of furnishings. Items that are either irreplaceable or in fragile physical condition are to be kept in nonpublic spaces. It is imagined that the area's architectural details, furnishings and finishes would reflect the area's topical focus. The area is to include: • collection shelving ® 2 four -place tables • 1 computer workstation ® 2 microform reader /printer stations in a controlled lighting environment • 1 microform file • 1 15 drawer flat file • 4 obituary files (2 existing) • space for a future copier with side table Signage: Genealogy/ Local History Adjacencies Primary: Reference Secondary: Collection Shelving Number of Number Other Single -Face Shelves per Depth Storage Collection Sections Height Section of Shelf Units Genealogy 3 66" 5 12" Local History 3 66" 5 12" Subtotal 6 Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at public computer workstation 1 at each microform reader /printer station 2 duplex at public computer workstation 2 duplex at each microform reader /printer station 1 duplex at each study table 1 for future copier Square Notes Feet 36 36 72 24 .'. r Functional Description This area provides for the public's reflective reading and quiet study while using the periodical, nonfiction, fiction, and large print collections. Design and Layout Issues Current Periodicals (734 square feet) ® collection shelving • 2 two -place tables • 6 lounge chairs with occasional tables • fireplace Nonfiction and Biography (1,600 square feet) ® collection shelving • 2 two -place tables ® 2 four -place tables • 1 public catalog station Fiction and Large Print (1,564 square feet) • collection shelving • 6 lounge chairs scattered among the collections and by windows ® 1 public catalog station • 2 benches by the large print collection shelving Signage: Sign each collection, range guides Adjacencies: Primary: Reference Secondary: Popular Materials 25 Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at each public catalog station 1 duplex at each public catalog station 1 duplex at each study table 1 duplex at each lounge chair Square Notes Feet 288 996 168 1,092 periodical shelving, 144 1 section with hinged plexiglass covers for newspapers 2,688 26 Number of Number Other Single -Face Shelves per Depth Storage Collection Sections Height Section of Shelf Units Large Print 24 66" 5 10" Fiction 83 84" 7 10" Biography 14 84" 6 10" Nonfiction 91 84" 6 10" Current 12 66" 4 12" Magazines and Newspapers Total 224 Engineering Issues Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at each public catalog station 1 duplex at each public catalog station 1 duplex at each study table 1 duplex at each lounge chair Square Notes Feet 288 996 168 1,092 periodical shelving, 144 1 section with hinged plexiglass covers for newspapers 2,688 26 Function and Design Issues The children's department provides the collections and services designed for library users from birth through early middle school as well as parents, teachers, and other care givers. The children's staff provide reader's guidance, reference, and programming services sought by these users. The area should have a sense of identity and a sense of separation from the adult portions of the library. The children's program room provides a special space for storytelling, crafts, and other group programs. The seating and collections are to be grouped in four major zones; Entry, Young Child, Elementary, and program room. Entry Zone (600 square feet) ® A public service desk for the children's librarian is needed. This should be a piece of furniture, not millwork, so that it is at a height, scale, and openness that welcomes children. This desk will only be staffed occasionally. • collection shelving • 4 computer workstations, seating at each workstation should allow two users. ® 1 public catalog station ® 2 listening stations ® clock ® outdoor children's program area - a controlled exterior door should lead directly from the children's department to this space. This turf area should be demarked but flexible to accommodate the wide range of activities spanned by children's programming, from storytelling to more physical activities. Young Child Zone (990 square feet) collection shelving ® 1 four -place child- height table 1 slant -top table ® 2 two -place lounge chairs for parent and child seating ® An emergent literacy discovery area for very young children (toddlers) is visible from the public service desk. This enclosed area should provide: • crawl- through tunnels and interesting spaces • small puppet theater and puppet storage • educational manipulative discovery pieces • two small tables for game and puzzle activity with storage /display of same • imaginative seating pieces • window seats and child seating nooks • the young child zone space calculation includes a 250 sf allowance for this activity The Elementary Zone (1,494 square feet) ® collection shelving 0 2 lounge chairs ® 2 two -place study tables ® 1 four -place study table 27 Children's Program Room (670 square feet) The room should seat 25 children on the floor and concurrently provide room for 4 tables for craft activities. Provide the following features: • coat pegs outside the room • viewing window at the rear of the room • telephone, data, power, cable television outlets at frequent wall and flush floor locations • public address system • ceiling mounted projection screen • lighting controlled to allow for different levels and zones of illumination • a counter with cupboards and two sinks for clean -up after crafts, one sink at adult height, one sink at child height • craft /supply storage closet • closet for table /chair storage Signage: Public service desk, each collection, range guides, restroom Changeable information placard at each computer workstation Adjacencies: Primary: Circulation Desk, Popular Materials, Young Adult Secondary: Meeting Room Collection Shelving Number Number Number of Shelves per of Other Single -Face Section Depth Storage Square Collection Sections Height Including of Shelf Units Notes Feet Base Entry Zone New Books 4 66" 4 10" display shelves - confer 48 28 I I with staff / consultant Display confer with staff 80 2 and consultant New Magazines 1 66" 4 12" periodical shelving 12 Spanish 1 12 Landuage I I Recorded Books 1 66" 6 6" slanted, slotted shelves 12 Book/Tape Kits 3 66" I 3 rods for hanging bags 36 per section ( Total 10 2 200 Young Child Zone Board Books child- height df multi- 40 1 I compartment bins Picture Books 31 45" 3 12" 372 Easy Readers 4 45" 3 12" 48 Total 35 1 460 Elementary Zone F iction 28 66" 5 10 336 Nonfiction 63 66" 5 10 756 Biography 7 66" 5 10 84 Paperbacks 4 66" 5 6 slanted, slotted shelves 48 Total 102 1,224 28 Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at public service desk 1 at public service desk 1 at each public catalog station 1 at each computer workstation 1 at each listeninq station 2 duplex at public service desk 1 duplex at public catalog station 2 duplex at each computer workstation 1 duplex at each listening station NE Function and Design Issues The general workroom and offices provide for the general operation of the Library. It is to be located immediately adjacent to the Circulation Desk. A large window is to provide a direct visual link between the General Staff Workroom and the Circulation Desk. Provide window treatment to allow control of the view. An exterior door, well lit and sheltered from the elements, provides for staff entry. • 4 General Staff Workstations each with task chair, microcomputer, bar code scanner, telephone; pedestal drawers and files, and room to accommodate 2 book trucks. • 2 Processing/Mending ork Tables with task chair and room for paper cuter g g p p t and a working quantity of supplies (such as book jackets on pull -out shelves, glue, tape, media containers) stored convenient to the work surface. • Standing mail station with cabinet storage and staff mail boxes. • Director's office should rovide a workstation to accommodate a microcomputer, p p ter, printer, telephone, and an additional work surface. The office also includes a credenza, 2 four - drawer lateral files, 1 side chair, project table with 4 chairs, 3 sections of shelving, bulletin board, and a coat closet. Shared workroom equipment 0 15 sections of shelving o 2 free - standing supply cabinets o 1 typing stand o 2 bulletin boards o room for 6 book carts o copier and sorting table o LAN printer /fax station o work counter with cabinets and sink o 3 four - drawer lateral files o . 1 fifteen - drawer flat file • Digital Equipment Closet with 2 racks for routers, hubs, servers, and telecom equipment. Provide a voice telephone set in the room. 30 Signage: Staff workroom and Offices Adjacencies Primary: Circulation Secondary: Staff Room Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: Computer Outlets: Electrical Outlets: 1 at each workstation /office 1 at each processing /mending work tables 1 voice line at digital equipment closet 2 at each workstation /office 2 duplex at each processing /mending work tables 1 at LAN printer /fax station 1 at counter diqital equipment closet - confer 2 duplex at each workstation /office 2 duplex at each processing /mending work table 2 duplex at LAN printer /fax station 2 duplex at mail station 2 duplex at counter 2 duplex at each work table digital equipment closet - confer Sink at counter RE Function and Design Issues These spaces provide for the personal needs of staff. Staff Room • counter with above and below cupboards • sink with disposal and spray nozzle • full size refrigerator • m icrowave • 1 four -place tables • 2 lounge chairs • magazine rack • bulletin board • occasional tables /lamps • telephone • coat rack, 10 package lockers, bench, place for wet boots /umbrellas Staff Restroom - described earlier in the program document - the restroom should not open to the staff room proper Signage: Staff Adjacencies Primary: Secondary: Engineering Issues Telephone Outlets: One General Staff Workroom Electrical Outlets: microwave, refrigerator disposal, convenience outlets at counter, lamps Lighting: lamps as well as ceilinq fixtures HVAC: exhaust of cooking odors Plumbing: ( Sinks Other: cable television outlet 32 600 Square Feet Function and Design Issues This space provides space for clean storage of supplies, equipment, parts, shelving parts, book sale books, seasonal displays, and other items not needed for current use. The storeroom is to provide two work tables with chairs and shelving as specified. Signage: Storeroom Adjacencies Primary: General Staff Workroom Engineering Issues Electrical Outlets: convenience outlets 33 Custodial Closets 120 Square Feet j Functional Description Custodial closets provide storage for the contract custodial service and for staff convenience in the lobby area. (Please also note the custodial closet described in the EntryNestibule /Lobby section of the program.) Design and Layout Issues The custodial closet is to include a mop sink, 3 sections of industrial shelving, and 50 square feet of open floor space for storage of equipment and bulk items. A concrete floor is to be sealed. Signage: Custodial Adjacencies Primary: None i i Engineering Issues Electrical Outlets: convenience outlets Plumbinq: ' mop sink r 34 This section provides recommendations regarding specific design considerations, building components, and equipment requirements. The public library provides an array of services to a varied constituency. The library service paradigm and service methods can be expected to change with some frequency, now and in the future. An open, flexible structure that can respond to changing needs is very important. Public libraries also present a number of very specific programmatic requirements. Building design must respond to these needs to allow effective, efficient operation of the library. The public library is a significant and permanent representation of a community's values. The building's design should engender a sense of permanence and pride. A warm atmosphere should invite the public to enter feel at ease using the services and resources provided. Even though aesthetics are very important, the actual function of the facility must be the overriding consideration. Programmatic needs and operational costs must be a constant concern. Durability and ease of maintenance justify a higher initial investment to reduce ongoing operational costs. The building and its furnishings shall comply will all applicable codes, laws, ordinances and other legal requirements. Particular attention should be called to the Americans with Disabilities Act, which has very specific requirements and general requirements applicable to public libraries. See Federal Register/Vol. 56, No. 144 /July 26, 1991 /page 35520. Regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act affect the design, construction, and modification of all public buildings. The architect is responsible for ensuring strict compliance with both the letter and the spirit of the ADA as enacted and as subsequently interpreted. _ 35 Aesthetics The building should reflect the community's sensibilities and be compatible with the context of its location Public Access The entrance should be highly visible from all approaches. Approaches should be provided for users arriving by automobile or motorcycle, bicycle, by foot, and for drop -off traffic. Curb cuts must be provided from parking areas and public streets. A ground -level entrance assures ease of access for all users and facilitates staff functions. There will be on -site automobile and motorcycle parking for public and staff. There should be signed designation of staff parking and of handicapped parking as required by code. The parking lot should be included in the landscape plan. Green space with trees and other plantings should be used to relieve an otherwise unbroken sea of concrete and vehicles. Racks for bicycles will be provided near the entrance. Racks should be located so as not to impede pedestrian traffic. A drop -off area, set back from traffic flow, should provide for the short term parking of two vehicles. The landscape plan should provide a pleasant setting for the building. The plan should be simple in layout and in the number of varieties specified. All plant varieties are to be hardy and requiring a minimum of care. Approaches to the building and the parking lot should be an integral part of the landscape plan. Stones, gravel, or other hard, loose materials are not acceptable. Low maintenance - ground cover is preferred to grass. Beds of flowers are not appropriate because of the care required. The landscape plan should provide for the screening of exterior mechanical and refuse areas. An attractive illuminated sign will be provided to announce the library's presence. A lighted hours of operation and message board will be provided at the building entrance. Signs should be provided to identify the book and media returns. All signage will be designed by the architect, or under the firm's direction for inclusion in the general contract. All exterior building materials should have a permanent or durable finish as to not require frequent painting, staining, or other maintenance. The use of wood should be kept to a minimum. r • The parking lot, flag pole(s), public entrance, staff entrance, service and emergency exits should be well lit at dusk and at night. All exterior lighting should be controlled by timers and /or photocells. Fixtures specified should use long -life lamps. Any bollard lamps employed should be vandal- resistant and parts should be available locally or through a regional distributor. Utility Outlets Keyed outlets for water and electricity should be located on all sides of the building. Hose bibs should be self- draining. Security The landscape, building, and lighting plans should seek to reduce vandalism and to enhance the personal safety of public and staff. 37 The building should be designed on the module principle consistent with 42" shelving aisles. The bay must be as large as the budget allows and must reflect the three foot standard library shelving module. Some program areas such as the entrance area or meeting room may call for bays different from the standard module. No interior load - bearina walls will be accepted. Interior walls must allow for flexibility in the future configuration of services. When necessary, interior columns should be placed for minimum interference with circulation, visibility, and furnishing layouts. All floors must be capable of supporting fully - loaded 92" high book stacks. Minimum floor loading m.ust provide for 150 pounds per square foot. Lighting levels in public libraries are a significant issue that must be systematically addressed by the architect. A considered combination of controlled natural lighting and artificial lighting should provide appropriate, glare free illumination for the standing browser and seated reader. Special care is to be taken to prevent veiled reflection or glare in areas where monitors or microform equipment is in use. Lighting levels should be as follows: Public study areas - 30 to 40 foot candles measured horizontally at desk top level. May be augmented by task lighting where appropriate. Public service counters /desks - 50 foot candles measured horizontally at work surface. Shelving ranges - 6 foot candles minimum measured vertically at 12" off the floor and 30 foot candles maximum measured vertically at any height to achieve approximately a 5 - 1 maximum to minimum ratio across the entire stack face. Microfilm, video viewing areas — review with library staff. Staff workrooms /offices - 50 foot candles average measured horizontally at desk height. Conference or study rooms - 30 to 40 foot candles measured horizontally at desk top level. Large meeting rooms - 40 foot candles average with all lights on, separate controls for lighting of podium area at front of room. Lighting should be controlled or switchable to produce 2 foot candles for note taking during media presentations. Note - taking light should not spill onto projection screen or monitors. Fluorescent fixtures with electronic ballasts should be used for ambient lighting. Metal halide or high pressure sodium lamps should be used with caution because of their poor color rendering and consistency, warm -up time, and potential for glare. Occupancy sensors should be considered for infrequently used spaces. Special effect lighting is only appropriate for display areas. The variety of fixtures and lamps must be kept to a minimum to simplify the supply, inventory, and maintenance processes. Incandescent fixtures are only appropriate for closets and similar applications. Fixture layout in the public areas should whenever possible, provide the required lighting level regardless of shelving or seating arrangements. Independence of lighting levels and furnishing layouts is a desired goal. Ease of lamp replacement is important. All fixtures should be easily accessible using ladders. 38 Twenty -four hour path lighting should be provided in all major areas of the building. Emergency lighting is to be provided in all areas of the building to meet or exceed code requirements. A master switching panel is to be located in the staff areas of the public service desk or workroom. Use of circuit breakers for this purpose is not appropriate. Each major area of the building is to be separately controlled and the controls permanently labeled. A master switch should provide that the entire building's lights may be switched with ease. Individual rooms must have switched lighting. Electrical Service The number and location of all electrical outlets will be reviewed with the library planning team to determine adequacy. Adequate electrical service will be provided for both present and future configurations of equipment. Evenly spaced runs of wall, counter, and floor outlets should be provided in work rooms, public service desk areas, media areas, and catalog areas to create maximum flexibility. Flush, capped floor outlets are to be provided in a grid that enables planned deployment of equipment as well as flexibility for future needs. Electrical service to the systems room for digital equipment closet should be provided from a grounded, independent breaker panel. Uninterrupted power supply equipment will be provided as necessary by the library. Architects should review with the library planning team to identify equipment that may require special fixtures or power requirements. Theft detection system electrical service and wiring conduit should be provided at the circulation desks and the entrance /lobby. All supply and breaker panels shall be permanently labeled. Breaker panels shall be keyed. Heating/Ventilation/Air-conditioning Adequate heating and air conditioning with proper control is essential, with particular attention to quiet operation. Controls, vent locations and other mechanical elements must not conflict with the complete flexibility of the furnishing layout. Review all locations with the library planning team. Thermostats must provide zoned control for all public areas and independent control for individual rooms Thermostats in public areas must be secure from tampering. Special attention should be paid to small rooms such as study rooms or microcomputer and media labs. No license shall be required to operate any of the mechanical equipment. All equipment, panels, pumps, and supply piping shall be permanently labeled. All mechanical service, hardware, and mechanical equipment should be locally available. Entrances There will be only one public entrance /exit, at ground level with no barriers to those with disabilities.` Automatic lateral door openers shall be provided. 39 try All exterior doorways should have an overhang with proper drainage to keep snow and rain from the immediate area. They should be at ground level, with flush thresholds, and present no.obstacle to wheeled carts. All interior doors should be at least 36" wide. Closer, kick - plates, and hold -back hardware for all doors should be reviewed with the library planning team. All passage doors shall have a lite for safety. Windows Window location must not affect layout and use of shelving, furniture, and equipment. Selected windows in all public and staff areas should open to allow ventilation in the event of mechanical failure. Window hardware should allow only staff operation. Windows should be located if possible to admit winter sun and be shaded from the summer sun. Glare from sunlight is to be avoided. Window lites should be non -glare or tinted and should be insulated or triple glazed. All frames should include a thermal break design. Materials/Finishes/Colors Public libraries are high traffic buildings and, like other public buildings, subject to some abuse. Libraries also have little money for maintenance and replacement. Because of this dichotomy the materials and finishes selected during construction should emphasize durability, long life, and low maintenance. Any higher initial costs may be justified by the reduction in operating costs as well as the aesthetics. A holistic approach should be used in selecting colors used in the building to include building fixtures, furnishings, carpeting, and all other surfaces. This is most easily accomplished by including the project's interior designer in all of these discussions..All materials, finishes, and colors selected must be reviewed by the library planning team. Doors, counter fronts, outside corners, and so on will take a beating and should be protected by caps, moldings, plates, or other hardware. Counter tops receive significant wear and should be surfaced with extremely durable materials. Children will climb on, knock over, run into, or pull down any furnishings and fixtures to which they have access. Stability and rounded corners are required characteristics in furnishings and fixtures. Carpeting should be used in the entire building except in the entry, lobby, rest rooms, mechanical and store rooms, custodial areas, and any extremely high traffic areas. Carpet specified should be a high quality, commercial grade of high density. Carpet for computer rooms should be anti - static. Materials and colors should be selected for low maintenance and the ability to mask soiling. Carpet should be glued to slab. A pad should be specified only in single purpose child storytelling areas. If carpet tiles are used the adhesive employed should allow lifting and replacement of tiles. Recommended floor coverings for non - carpeted areas: • Entrance, lobby, restrooms - Ceramic tile, quarry tile, brick pavers. • Custodial, storage, mechanical, receiving, garage- sealed concrete • Storage closets, service corridors - resilient the .N .• • Telephone service to the building and its terminating block should be located in an area suitable for the siting and installation of a local telephone system processor. Two duplex electrical outlets should be provided at this location. The library may select and acquire a telephone system processor and telephone sets separately but all internal wiring for telephone service throughout the building is to be included in the general contract. The architect must review with the library planning team locations specified for telephone service. Telephones for public use should be installed in the lobby and meet all ADA requirements. A public address system will serve all areas of the building, both public and staff. The amplifier and microphone will be located in the circulation desk area. The system shall be zoned so that public announcements may be targeted to one of the following specific building areas or any combination of areas: meeting rooms; general public areas; staff areas. Local Computer Systems Network Systems Room • A closet will be provided to house central computing equipment. It will be sized to provide room for a network equipment rack(s) appropriate in size to house patch panels and hubs or switches defined by the number of planned computer installations in the building • It will be located with consideration to cabling requirements • This closet will be placed on a separate, grounded electrical circuit • It will have cable management equipment to control cable from entry point to patch panel • The closet will have a locking door, appropriate ventilation and lighting • It will be composed of non - conductive materials • It should be environmentally controlled so as not to exceed a temperature of 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and humidity level of 60 %. Supply air to the closet should be filtered. Cabling Backbone • Multi Mode Fiber Optic Cable (FDDI) will be used as a "Backbone" to connect installations when cable runs exceed. 300 feet. • All fiber runs will be "home runs" from the communications closet, not to exceed 2 Kilometers without amplification. Cabling • Category 5E (minimum), unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling shall be used. Plenum cable will be provided as needed based on construction characteristics of the planned building. • Cabling will be warranted for 10 years from installation • All cable troughs or other support will provide for cable to be supported by permanently attached supports at intervals close enough to ensure no visible sag. All equipment attached to walls must be secured properly. • Cabling will be terminated in the Communications closet at a patch panel. • Patch panel will be flat faced with RJ -45 Cat5E jacks and will support`at least a 25% increase in connections to have room for growth. • Patch panels will be provided in multiples of 24, to support the number of cable drops specified in building plan + 20% to allow for expansion • Cabling will be terminated in wall- mounted plates with space for numbering of outlets. • Floor mounted outlets will be terminated in such a way as to be flush to the floor with cover or gate to shield plug from kicking or other damage • Outlets to be terminated in pre -wired furnishings will be done to the specification of the furnishing manufacturer 41 Cable terminations and Patch Panel terminations will be numbered'in a consistent way. The workstation terminations will be color -coded using orange to indicate a data outlet. 2 copies of a cable map showing locations and number of each cable drop will be provided at completion of the project Cables will be tested to meet the Gigabit over Ethernet standard. Documentation of all tests will be provided at the completion of the project. A comprehensive security system should provide detectors on all external doors and motion detectors in strategic internal locations. The system should be tied to the Police or security service panel as appropriate. An external arm /disarm control should be located at the staff entrance. The main system panel should be located in the circulation staff area. The panel should be able to indicate which device or zone has been tripped. A fire alarm system should be provided and tied to the Fire Department's panel if possible. Product of combustion and heat sensing devices should be located as appropriate. The main panel should be located in the circulation staff area and be able to indicate which device or zone has been tripped. Emergency exit doors should be equipped with either exit alarms or electromagnet devices that hold the doors closed except when released by the fire alarm's activation or when specifically overridden. The electromagnets can be wired not only to the fire alarm system but also to the burglar alarm panel so that the panel's zone bypass switches can be used to switch the electromagnets as well. Signage should be utilized throughout the building to provide direction and to identify major service areas, individual offices, and specific functions or features. A general building directory is required. Signage for each shelving range is also included in the project's scope. The signage should be attractive, legible, and an integral part of the interior design. Signage selected should be serviced or produced locally. Stack signage should be able to be modified on site. Clocks should be provided in all general staff workrooms, staff room, meeting room, and in general public areas as necessary for easy visibility. A central clock system is required. The architect should work with the library planning team to determine the type and quantities of existing furnishings that may be used in the new facility, especially workrooms and storage areas. Moveable furniture is preferred to fixed millwork with the exception of primary public service desks. Most people come to the library to use the collections. Their library experience can be determined in great part by the shelving that organizes and displays the collection, by the layout and appearance of the shelving itself. Shelving may represent the largest expenditure the library will make for equipment or furnishings. 42 Sway- braced or welded metal frames with wood end panels are recommended. Back -stop bands are always required when appropriate. Review preferences with library planning team if canopy tops are to be installed. If selected, canopy tops may be metal for 84" and taller shelving; all other heights should use wood tops. Shelving must be arranged to provide the public a logical sequence and flow for each collection. Shelving must be arranged to provide staff at the primary and children's public service desks a clear line of sight and the maximum visual supervision of aisles in the shelving layout. This is to aid both patron assistance and security. Shelving ranges should be at least 15 feet in length (5 sections) and no more than 21 feet in length (7 sections). Double faced, free - standing ranges are preferred over single- faced, wall- mounted shelving in public areas. Single -faced shelving is most useful in an office or workroom setting. Main aisles should be 60 inches wide and side aisles 42 inches in width. A Custom millwork should be kept to a minimum. Standard furniture and furnishings available in modular units should be used whenever possible to enable response to changing service needs and future expansion. Storage cabinets and counters in staff workrooms should be free - standing and modular. They should be able to be moved without major disruption to the walls whenever possible. Furniture selection should emphasize durability and maintenance as well as appearance. Strength of construction and the ability to replace components should be a prime consideration. Standard, stock items should be specified. Budget permitting, a small inventory of replacement parts and materials should be included in the specifications. It is helpful to provide this additional stock so that replacements will be from the dye lots or manufacturing runs. The following items and amounts are recommended: Wall Coverings 3 percent Ceiling Tile 3 percent Carpet 3 percent Vinyl Tile 3 percent Wall Base Trim 3 percent Ceramic Tile 3 percent Paint 5 percent Table chairs should be of all -wood construction. Upholstery that can be removed on site is advantageous. Partitions used in office landscaping should be standard, modular units rather than custom units. Moveable furniture and equipment must be equipped with carpet casters. The library planning team should be allowed to inspect and evaluate furnishing selections whenever possible prior to approval. 43 Equipment The library will independently acquire through its own purchasing procedures media, circulation, computer and office equipment and these costs are part of the total project budget. The architect will be responsible for the provision of the necessary space, power, cabling, and related furniture. A zoned master and grand master keying system, as simple as possible, should be developed in consultation with the library planning team. A key case and key management system should be provided. The drive -up book and media returns should deposit in a fire -rated room. Each return slot must be well signed and at a convenient height for both automobiles and vans. Locked depository units should be specified. The interior lobby returns should deposit into the check- in /reshelving area. Separate returns are provided for books and media items to minimize damage to media items. The returns should be installed at a height above the interior floor that permits use of depressible carts beneath the returns. When use is heavy the carts may be replaced with a fire - resistant pad. Display Fixtures Public bulletin boards for display of public notices should be flush- mounted and provide a locking glass cover. Brochure racks should be flush- mounted - or recessed, free-standing units. 44