Category: 1964-2009
Passport Services Added
In 2003, the library began offering passport application acceptance services.
An Aging Building
By 2007, the library building was in a state of disrepair due to age. The last major renovation had been nearly 40 years prior. These photographs depict the state of the building at that time.
1994 Bond Issue
In 1994, the library set forth another bond issue to increase the tax levy to $0.24 (a $0.13 increase). Library supporters used every means to let the public know the importance of this issue, even the annual Greentree Parade. The levy passed.
Books & Beyond Shop Established
In 1996 the Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library started what is now the Books & Beyond shop. Staffed and curated completely by volunteers, this unique library feature, originally dubbed the “Greentree Shop, has had a presence in the library ever since.
Mission Statement
In 1995 the Board of Trustees adopted the Mission Statement – “The Kirkwood Public Library is dedicated to providing information services and resources which enrich and enlighten the community”.
Municipal Library Consortium Founded
On May 31, 1996, eight municipal libraries in St. Louis County formed the Municipal Library Consortium (MLC). This provided a shared catalog and resources between libraries. The MLC now encompasses nine library from the municipalities of Brentwood, Ferguson, Kirkwood, Maplewood, Richmond Height, Rock Hill, University City, Valley Park and Webster…
2004 Bond Issue
In 2004, the library set forth another bond issue to increase the tax levy to $0.30 (a $0.09 increase). The measure failed at the polls by 111 votes.
A Temporary Home
During the third expansion, the library moved to Station Plaza at 200 S. Kirkwood Rd. The library would be located here for 15 months.
Demolition Begins
In June 2009, demolition begins on the library. This marks the beginning of the third major exansion to the building, the last having been completed in 1964. The renovation would last 15 months.
2007 Bond Issue (Proposition L)
In 2007, the library set forth another bond issue (Proposition L) to renovate and add another addition to the building. Voters approved a $0.12 property tax increase, and the library was able to use $0.08 of the tax to finance the $6.5 million in bonds for renovations. The other $0.04…
