The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System will break ground on the new Metropolitan Library near the Atlanta Metropolitan State College onWednesday, October 29 at 11:00 a.m.
The library is located at 1332 Metropolitan Parkway,Atlanta 30310. The new 25,000-square-foot library is part of the Library Building Program. The library, which includes two phases will include the renovation of many branches. Each library project also includes a public art component, through the Fulton County Public Art Program
“It’s a great addition to the area”, Torion Eason of Atlanta Metro stated. “It’s such an urban area, it’ll be beneficial to the children and students who value their education. A great way to turn the community over in a positive way.”
Smith Dalia Architects in association with Craig Gaulden Davis and Ai3, is contracted with Fulton County to provide design and engineering services for the new library. Winter Construction is contracted with Fulton County to provide construction management, and Heery/Russell is the program management team.
The grand opening of the new Metropolitan Library is expected within the last few months of 2015. This library will replace service at the Stewart-Lakewood Branch.
In November 2008, Fulton County voters overwhelmingly passed the Library Bond Referendum. The plan will greatly enhance all of the county’s libraries, and includes: Alpharetta, East Roswell, Metropolitan, Milton, Northwest Atlanta, Palmetto, Southeast Atlanta and Wolf Creek.