Public Relations Director of the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library Chuck Banas said yesterday that budget cuts in the state government is not the reason for the layoff of work at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Tenth Street.
Banas said rumors reached his ears saying that some in the community believed work had ceased due to Gov. Ed Rendell’s tax plan.
“That’s just not true,” said Banas yesterday. “Jeff (contractor Jeff Long) had a real important job he needed to finish in Bedford. In fact, we should begin pouring the concrete for the floor.”
The project is still on track for a late September or Early October opening.
As construction plans begin to heat back up, so do the plan for interior workings. Banas said the building committee has already met with several manufacturers of shelving and furniture and expect to make a recommendation to the board by August.
Meanwhile, fundraising efforts continue.
On June 22, a Lyrics for the Library is scheduled at the Christ United Methodist Church from 5 to 8 p.m. Here, local talent will offer performances. Admission is free and there will be a free will offering. All proceeds will benefit the Library Building Fund.
Also, on June 21, officials will have an information table set up at the festivities in downtown Tyrone. The table will be established in front of the library’s current location on Logan Avenue. Information and fundraising will take place here.
Banas also hinted at the July 26 concert scheduled at the Tyrone Area High School. He breathed that it would start at 7:30 p.m., but didn’t say more.
“There will be music history made that evening,” said Banas. “You don’t want to miss this. You can be a part of history.”
Banas also said that more information will be released next week. Keep your eyes on The Daily Herald for more information.
Banas said to date, $405,000 has been raised – just $245,000 short of the goal.
“We’re happy with the way the community has responded thus far,” said Banas. “We still need to make a little more of a push and we’ll have this thing.”
Library officials could apply for a loan to cover the expenses, but Banas said continuing without the burden of a mortgage would be ideal.
“It would be great to pay it off in its entirety,” said Banas. “That’s an important goal of ours.”
Anyone wishing to make a tax-free donation to the project, can drop the donation off at either the library on Logan Avenue or at Healthy Alternatives in Bald Eagle.
