This lack of electrical and electronic infrastructure limits ability to implement new technology and public workstations, and makes such implementation very costly. The library has one large meeting room with a rated seating capacity of sixty located on the fourth floor. Location limits availability for use outside of regular hours. Storage space has been pressed into service for other needs and is not available for storage of stacking chairs, tables, and other meeting room equipment. The room lacks any of the modern media presentation technologies.
Restrooms are three floors away.
Most of these programs took place in the children's department. The space available for for these programs is limited and located in the shelving area for young children, limiting access to the collection and services during program events. Both the heating and cooling systems are aging and require frequent repair. The distribution and control systems for heating and cooling create uneven climate control throughout the building. Fixtures are susceptible to power fluctuations and slow to recycle back to full operation.