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EW Howell to Build Far Rockaway Library Branch
The New York City Department of Design and Construction has awarded EW Howell Construction Group the general contract to build the new Far Rockaway Branch of the Queens Public Library. The two-story, 17,500-square-foot project will replace the existing 8,000-square-foot building at 1637 Central Ave. in Far Rockaway, and double the area of library space offered to patrons.
“The new Far Rockaway Branch Library, with its one-of-a-kind design, will be a prized part of the community,” said EW Howell’s John K. Hagen. “The project’s construction, with all of its intricate details, is unique, though becoming somewhat of a trend as we see cities looking to transform public spaces like libraries and parks into the focal point of their communities.”
During Hurricane Sandy, the library was used to provide disaster relief, and this renovation will increase access to necessary services provided to the neighborhood. Completion is expected in Fall 2020.
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