New library construction nears fall 2027
City of NewarkDelaware- Detected
- Aug 17, 2026
- 72 days ago
- Sector
- Library
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From the meeting
At its August 17, 2026 meeting, the council heard an update that the new Newark Free Library was under construction and on schedule for a fall 2027 opening. The project has completed the main roof, HVAC units, and major interior framing, and furniture and technology selections were already finished. The project is still in implementation, with remaining work and a public-private fundraising push tied to the final fit-out.
- Meeting date
- August 17, 2026
- Agency
- City of Newark
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