Politics & Government
Work Begins On Medford's First Library Branch This Week
A new Medford branch of the Patchogue-Medford Library is expected to be completed within one year, located at the Medford Athletic Complex.
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MEDFORD, NY — Medford residents are finally getting their own library. This week, work has begun on a new branch building of the Patchogue-Medford, located in the Medford Athletic Complex, 2151 Horseblock Road.
The new building will be 5,000 square feet and offer residents closer access to library services, Patchogue-Medford Library officials said.
"Thank you to everyone who helped make this project a reality and for the support and enthusiasm we have received from our incredible community. The library is so excited to bring increased library services and more space to our Patchogue-Medford community," a Facebook post from the library announced on Monday.
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The construction is expected to take around one year.
Now that construction has begun the project is estimated to take about a year to complete.
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Renderings of the exterior and interior floor plans are posted to the library's website. There will be a space for outdoor programs and two community meeting rooms.
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