Pla21Library Patrick Losinski is guest columnist for the Spring, 2022 edition of Reynoldsburg Magazine. He is CEO of Columbus Metropolitan Libary. T he last time Columbus Metropolitan Library opened a new branch in Reynoldsburg was 1980. The city was home to fewer than 20,000 people. More than 40 years later, Reynoldsburg’s population has doubled to more than 40,000 To say that Reynoldsburg is changing is an understatement. As your public library, we are committed to changing along with it in order to meet the evolving needs of its residents. We are designing your new Reynoldsburg Branch – which we hope to open in 2023 or 2024 – to reflect and serve this growing city well into the future. At nearly double the size of the current building, the new branch will introduce Reynoldsburg residents to a 21st century library – with broad and transparent views, a flexible design, updated technology and larger spaces to meet and gather. Your new library will be equipped to serve the evolving and growing needs of the Reynoldsburg community. Columbus Metropolitan Library’s most top strategy: ensuring that young minds are ready for kindergarten, are equipped to pass third grade reading proficiency tests and are prepared to graduate high school and move on to college and career. When you enter the new branch in the next year or two, you’ll recognize this commitment immediately. An expansive children’s area will offer a robust collection of books and more space for programs and activities. 10 st Century nned For Brice Road CML Investing Millions In Our Community A Ready for Kindergarten area will help preschoolers and their families prepare for the classroom. A larger School Help Center will serve K-12 students who come to the library for after-school assistance. Plus, a teen area connects teens with books, technology and staff to help them discover interests that could lead to future careers. Adult customers will have much to experience as well, including a drive-up window, a quiet reading room, three large meeting rooms and a handful of small study rooms for individual or small group projects. And, of course books, with many more unique places and spaces to relax and enjoy them. Some things that will not change: the passion and commitment of our tremendous staff. We know that without them, these spaces are merely walls and books. Our goal is to build libraries that not only stand the test of time, but evolve with the ever-changing world in which we live. Our new Reynoldsburg Branch represents a reinvestment in this community and its limitless potential. Together, we will move closer to realizing our vision of a thriving community where wisdom prevails. Library view from the East View from Brice Road Artist’s rendering of the library plans have been provided by Columbus Metropolitan Libary. View of the planned entrance to the library Reynoldsburg Magazine • Spring, 2022
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