Hargett Brings a Big Check

The Bobby Martindale Memorial Library in Grand Junction will receive a major upgrade thanks to a $100,000 library construction grant from the Tennessee State Library and Archives.
The project will move the existing library less than half a mile away into a completely renovated building at 530 Madison Ave. W., that used to house the old Grand Junction High School cafeteria. Once completed, the library will more than double in size with ample space for collections, computers and dedicated areas for children, teenagers and adults. There will also be more than five times as many parking spaces.
“This grant ensures the library will be able to offer the people of Grand Junction a place to read, learn, find jobs or simply access the internet,” said Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett. “The library has outgrown its current facility while continuing to provide these important services.”
The grant is made up of state funding with the City of Grand Junction matching those dollars to cover the total cost.
“This is great news for our local libraries,” said Senator Dolores R. Gresham. "Every penny sent to our libraries is needed and put to good use. Our libraries are a great asset to our communities. Students of all ages benefit from the resources which are available there. Many citizens access the local library to use a computer to search for work, apply online for school, or for general interest. I am very pleased that these grants will benefit them.”
The facility will have all new technology, much more lighting and be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant with new entrance ramps, restrooms and computer work stations.

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