Comments on: Hayward library design finalists, and the winner

By: Monica Ruiz

Monica Ruiz — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:07:35 +0000

I attend a lot of the events and also partake in the monthly Mystery Book meetings. I visit the library weekly and check out at least 5 books at a time. A new facility is sorely needed. Hayward has outgrown both of its current locations.

By: K Rocchio

K Rocchio — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 15:41:02 +0000

I think I like option 3 the most. It’s different and eye-catching. I’m more concerned that we haven’t yet figured out how to really tap into the resources offered by our library. Do you realize how many free workshops and programs are currently offered at the Hayward Library. How many of these have you taken advantage of? Will a new facility make these programs more successful?

By: Michael Moore

Michael Moore — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:32:46 +0000

Monica, you make a good point. San Leandro also has their own library, as does Hayward. You have to be a San Leandro resident to use it. I think they would be better off if they were a part of the County Library system as well. The difference between Hayward and San Leandro is that Hayward does not deny non-city residents access to the library without a fee.

The Castro Valley Library was a long time coming and is a very wonderful location and great facility.

By: Monica Ruiz

Monica Ruiz — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:54:10 +0000

If San Leandro & unincorporated Castro Valley can get a new library I don’t see why Hayward doesn’t deserve one too.

By: John W. Kyle

John W. Kyle — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:53:00 +0000

Mr. Moore;

Are you certain that Hayward’s Library Commission did not perviously consider some of your thoughts? Those meetings are open to the public, are they not?

By: Michael Moore

Michael Moore — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:37:10 +0000

Qodrn, you and I are in agreement, we do not need a new Hayward Library. In fact, I do not understand why we have a Hayward Library at all. We should have branches of the Alameda Country Library. The first thing that should happen is that the Library Commission should commission the elimination of itself and incoroporation of the key parts within the Alameda Library System. Only then should be look at improving the existing library.

By: qodrn

qodrn — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 05:13:49 +0000

Sigh. A toilet lid. Where did these designs come from? Who paid for them? Will one of these really be selected for a new library? Do we need a new Library?

By: Monica Ruiz

Monica Ruiz — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:51:21 +0000

Eric, I agree it does look like a toilet lid. LOL

By: Monica Ruiz

Monica Ruiz — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:50:22 +0000

I like Park Connection.

By: Monica Ruiz

Monica Ruiz — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:49:13 +0000

The Calpine money is not a for sure thing and it’s only 1/5 of the cost of the library.