Northport Library Repair Continues

The parking lot behind the  will remain closed for at least another week as crucial construction continues on the lot, sidewalk, stairs and ramps, the library announced Friday.

The $55,000 project, partially funded through a $20,000 state construction grant, became necessary in the fall after settling issues on the property caused the parking area and sidewalk to sag, according to Northport-East Northport Public Library Assistant Director James Olney.

Fixing it became a safety issue, but also allowed the library to make functional changes.

“We saw some settling in the concrete and did flash patching to hold us over through the winter,” Olney said.

Book dropoff bins once located next to the entrance are now curbside on Scudder Avenue, making it easier to actually pull up and return books. 

Two handicap parking spots also along Scudder will be relocated to the parking lot, moving them closer to the entrance. There will be four handicap spots overall.

In a functional move, Michelle’s Garden, a picturesque memorial bench with pavers under a tree facing Scudder, will be opened up to allow pedestrian traffic.

Construction began April 4 and will continue through at least April 24. Parking is available at .