Hello:

During the Director’s discussion this afternoon, I indicated that the square footage requirement in section 6(c)  (pertaining to occupancy requirements) INCLUDED the TOTAL square feet of the building.

Upon additional  review and discussion, it turns out I was mistaken. The Square feet determination would be for CUSTOMER AREAS ONLY.

This provision only applies to libraries in regions OTHER THAN 6 & 8 with buildings that have 50,000 square feet or more of public/customer floorspace.

This provision would apply to less than 27 libraries here in Michigan.

So, the CORRECT  answer to the question – “Does the square footage include public and staff space?”  is

NO – the square footage is calculated ONLY for PUBLIC, or CUSTOMER areas of the library. Staff areas would not be included.

Libraries in regions 6 & 8 (the UP and the top of the mitten), no longer are subject to this provision, regardless of their square footage.

I apologize for any inconvenience my error caused!

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely

Clare

Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.

Library Law Consultant

Library of Michigan

MembielaC@michigan.gov

517-335-8132

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