U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development State Director for Michigan Brandon Fewins Wednesday joined local residents in celebrating the grand opening of the newly renovated South Haven Memorial Library.
"Libraries and other facilities are essential to supporting strong rural communities," said Fewins. "South Haven's project is a great example of how USDA can help our partners achieve their goals."
USDA Rural Development provided a $2,165,000 Community Facilities loan to help complete the project, which also used $120,000 in local funding. The library was originally built in 1958 and was later renovated and expanded in 1989. The new improvements include adding 1,500 square feet of interior space, upgraded technology, enhanced accessibility, upgraded heating and cooling systems along with roof replacement.
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