PRESS RELEASES
GREENHAVEN and BRIGHTON BRANCH LIBRARIES
ANNOUNCE CLOSING PROCEDURES
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Tonawanda , NY -- The Greenhaven Branch Library will be permanently closed as of Saturday, October 1, 2005 . The last day for patrons to borrow materials and pick-up request items will be Friday, September 2 nd .
The Brighton Branch Library will be permanently closed as of Tuesday, November 1, 2005 . The last day for patrons to borrow materials and pick-up request items will be Monday, October 3 rd .
Following each facility's last day of circulation, request items will be transferred to the Kenmore Branch, located at 160 Delaware Road , for pick-up. If patrons would prefer a different location, a staff member can redirect requests to another library.
Returns and payment of fines/fees will be available through the last day of service.
“We thank the community for their support, patronage and cooperation during this difficult transition,” stated Interim Director Carol A. Batt . “Residents are urged to visit the Kenmore or Kenilworth Branches in Tonawanda for all of their information and entertainment needs.”
At its August 9 th meeting, the Town of Tonawanda Library Board voted to implement closing procedures at both the Greenhaven and Brighton Libraries. This action came as a result of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Library's 20% reduction in fourth quarter operating budget allocations for all facilities in the County as well as a projected fine revenue shortfall in 2005. In addition, it is anticipated that 2006 funding reductions will necessitate the closing of three of the town's five libraries.
For further information, contact the Office of Community Relations at 858-7182 or visit the Library's website at www.buffalolib.org.