Douglas County Library Bond Issue- NO !!I am not opposed to bonding as a vehicle for legitimate capital purposes. I realize that the current Parker library is utilized to capacity and that parking is at a premium. I realize that a different venue can be justified.
However, I am adamantly opposed to the currently proposed plan. It is a recycled version of the same failed plan from a year ago.
My problem is not with the need or financing being put to a vote but with the building being planned itself. A contest was held between 3 architectural firms for the design of the facility. While the selected plan is attractive and stylish it is a disaster for the mobility impaired. In fact of the 3 plans it is the absolute worst for anyone with limited mobility.
The short of my objections are:
1) Handicap parking is across the entrance street from the building.
2) First floor is predominantly lobby and service areas instead of resources.
3) Elevator access to other floors is on the opposite side of the building from the entrance.
Simply put the selected design puts glitz ahead of function for its constituents.
Merlin