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Library move begins Sept. 3

Peachtree City Library will be moving to its temporary location at the former Gold’s Gym on Commerce Drive (behind Roly Poly) in Peachtree City from Friday, Sept. 3, through Tuesday, Sept. 14. The library will be closed to the public during this time.

The library will re-open at the new location on Wednesday, Sept. 15, where it will remain for at least the next twelve months while the existing building is under construction. Voters in Peachtree City approved a $4.9 million bond referendum last November to renovate and expand the library.

During the transition to the temporary facility, patrons will be able to return books at either location, said Library Technology and Training Manager Jill Prouty. However, after the library re-opens on Sept. 15, books will need to be returned to the Commerce Drive location only. Prouty also said that the Library would be offering a fine free month during September, while patrons (and staff) get acclimated to the new location.

The moving contract was awarded to American Interfile and Library Services, Inc. out of Bay Shore, N.Y. American Interfile specializes in moving libraries. Former clients include Hingham Public Library, Port Washington Public Library, and Forth Worth Public Library.

Staff is currently reviewing the construction bids to make a recommendation to City Council Sept. 2. If all goes well, groundbreaking will be scheduled for Sept. 16.