Anchorage Library Foundation

Projects

Z.J. Loussac

Project Description

Loussac has welcomed over ten million users since its doors opened in 1986. The Municipality has identified the much-needed renovations and repairs to the building, which includes a major re-design and renovation of the interior space to create a new children's area, a teen area, and a new, more open entrance. In addition, funds would be used to create a new technology lab, repair the roof and outdoor terrace and entrance, install new and repair existing outdoor sidewalks, connect Loussac to Cuddy Midtown Park, and upgrade the security system.

Timeline

The roof was repaired using funds from the 2008 facilities bond during summer 2009. The project to renovate the terrace, which was proposed in the 2009 bond package, is on hold until complete funding is available.

Teen Space

The Anchorage Public Library, Anchorage Rotary Club and Anchorage Library Foundation have teamed up to create a teen space at the Z.J. Loussac Public Library to draw young people into the library and provide them with the positive, enriching experiences that they need in order to grow into successful, well adjusted adults. The project will begin Fall 2010 and open by June 2011.

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