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P A R K F O R E S T PARKING SPACES: 48
PARK FOREST BRANCH LIBRARY
SITE AREA: 50,268 S.F. - 1.1540 ACRES
CROMWELL DRIVE
FOREST LANE
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STAFF ENTRY
BOOK
PROPERTY LINE
ENTRY
NORTH
DROP
BUILDING
Forrest Upshaw Jr.
A R C H I T E C T :
View of the entrance
View of the parking lot
P A R K F O R E S T
B R A N C H L I B R A R Y
Site & Location Plans
The building presents an
unattractive civic image.
It appears dated and tired.
P A R K F O R E S T
Park Forest Service Area
A D D R E S S :
F A S T F A C T S
P H O N E / F A X :
3421 Forest Lane, 75234
214-670-6333, fx 670-6623
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66,985
237,845 materials used
C U R R E N T F A C I L I T Y :
Opened in 1971; 10,984 GSF
C O U N C I L D I S T R I C T :
C O L L E C T I O N S I Z E :
' 9 8 / ' 9 9 M A T E R I A L S :
IV - 151 R
Reference/
Information Commons
Auditorium
Mechanical Room
Staff
Lounge
Staff Workroom
Circulation Desk
Children's Area
Entrance/Lobby
Entrance/Lobby
safe
Adult Area
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P A R K F O R E S T B R A N C H L I B R A R Y
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P A R K F O R E S T
B R A N C H L I B R A R Y
Existing Floor Plan
P A R K F O R E S T
DISPLAY SPINNERS (5 TO 7 SHELVES)
BOOK BIN
COMPUTER WORKSTATION - PUBLIC
COMPUTER WORKSTATION - STAFF
PHOTOCOPIER
DISPLAY TABLE
ATLAS TABLE
HIGH SHELVING (5 TO 7 SHELVES)
LOW SHELVING (3 OR 4 SHELVES)
CASH REGISTER
PRINTER
MICROFORM WORKSTATION
WOMEN'S ROOM
CHILDREN'S COLLECTION SHELVING
Youth Easy Books & Picture Books
Youth Fiction
Youth Non-fiction
MEN'S ROOM
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Youth Biography
Young-Adult Fiction (Sci-Fi, Mystery)
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Youth Media
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ADULT COLLECTION SHELVING
Adult Fiction (Sci-Fi, Mystery)
Adult Non-Fiction
Adult Biography
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Adult Periodicals
Adult Special Collection
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Reference Collection
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Youth Holiday Books
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IV - 152 P A R K F O R E S T
No structural deficiencies were observed.
A S S E S S M E N T S
STRUCTURE
ROOF & INSULATION
EXTERIOR WALLS
EXTERIOR DOORS & WINDOWS
ACCESSIBILITY
INTERIOR FINISHES
DUCTWORK
HEATING WATER PIPING
BUILDING & AUDITORIUM AIR HANDLERS
CHILLER AND CHILLED WATER PUMP
VENTILATION SYSTEM
PLUMBING FIXTURES
ELECTRICAL MAIN AND PANELBOARDS
EXIT LIGHTING & LIGHTING
CONTROLS
The built-up roofing system appears to be in good condition.
The standing seam metal roofing needs minor repair and cleaning.
The exterior precast aggregate faced concrete wall panel system is in poor condition.
The quality of the original finish is suspect. The concrete panel control joints have
been neglected for years compromising the weatherproof integrity of the building shell.
Plant growth in the joints has caused portions or the panels to break apart.
North property precast concrete privacy wall has graffiti on the north face.
The aluminum storefront system is in fair condition. Some elderly patrons have complained
that these doors are hard to open.
Interior finishes are generally in fair condition. Ceramic tile in public restrooms is
patchwork as a result of modifications for ADA compliance.
Public restroom doors, staff area doors, door hardware, millwork, and staff restrooms
are non-compliant with accessibility requirements. Staff restrooms will require reconfiguration.
The ductwork is in fair condition and it is quite dirty.
The heating water piping is in fair condition, but the insulation vapor
barrier is in need of repair.
The chilled water air handlers serving the main building and the auditorium are in fair condition
but are at the end of their economic life cycle.
The capacity is apparently inadequate.
The Semi-Hermetic air cooled DX chiller is in poor condition.
The End Suction Chilled Water Pump is in poor condition.
The ventilation system is in good condition, but may not meet the latest
Indoor Air Quality Standards.
The china plumbing fixtures are in good condition but do not meet the requirements of the
State of Texas and the Texas Accessibility Standards.
Federal-Pacific, The rating is 600 Amps and the voltage rating is 240 VAC, 60 Hz.
No history of failure or problems with Main or Panelboards.
GE HVAC Controls.
The exit lights are powered from emergency self-contained battery packs.
Emergency panel is tapped ahead of main panel.
The condition of the indoor and outdoor lighting and switches is poor.
R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S
HEATING WATER BOILER
The Gas Fired Heating water boiler is in poor condition
and is at the end of its economic life cycle.
HEATING WATER PUMPS
EXHAUST FANS
The In-line, direct drive pumps are in fair condition, but should be replaced along with the boiler.
The roof mounted exhaust fans are in fair condition but are at the end of their economic life span.
CHILLED WATER PIPING
The chilled water piping is corroded and should be replaced.
P A R K F O R E S T
B R A N C H L I B R A R Y
Building Infrastructure: Assessments & Recommendations
Parking surface and driveways are in poor condition. Precast fence
needs removal and cleaning. Minimal ground cover, unattractive parking lots.
SITE/LANDSCAPE
No action required.
STRUCTURE
ROOF & INSULATION
EXTERIOR WALLS
EXTERIOR DOORS & WINDOWS
ACCESSIBILITY
INTERIOR FINISHES
DUCTWORK
HEATING WATER PIPING
BUILDING & AUDITORIUM AIR HANDLERS
CHILLER AND CHILLED WATER PUMP
VENTILATION SYSTEM
PLUMBING FIXTURES
ELECTRICAL MAIN AND PANELBOARDS
EXIT LIGHTING & LIGHTING
CONTROLS
Re-attach loose section of standing seam metal roof and clean. Confirm and or modify
building insulation systems performance to meet American Society of Mechanical Heating
and Airconditioning Engineers - 90.1 standards.
Remove and replace all exterior concrete panel control joint sealant and backer-rod systems.
Remove graffiti from privacy wall.
Clean all exterior precast concrete panel finishes.
Remove and replace all wall penetration sealant and backer-rod joints of exterior windows. Clean.
Clean and paint exterior doors. Remove and replace sealant and backer-rod joint material around frame.
Interior needs complete renovation of finishes, all new furniture,
new ceilings, and new glare free lighting fixtures.
Renovate public restrooms , staff area, kitchen and staff restrooms,
for full compliance with ADA requirements.
Clean the ductwork, check the air filter housing and ductwork for leaks, and repair as necessary.
Repair insulation vapor barrier with PVC jackets or mastic.
Replace the building Air Handling unit. Investigate building cooling load to insure that the
unit size is adequate. (I.e. older unit may not be performing up to its specified capacity)
Replace the auditorium Air Handling unit with a comparable new model.
Replace the chiller with a comparable new unit.
Replace the chilled water pump with a comparable new pump.
Increase outside air volume if needed to meet requirements of ASHRAE 62 and Building Code.
This may entail replacing cooling coils, fans, chillers and associated equipment.
Replace with fixtures meeting the current requirements of Texas and the TAS in regards to
mounting height, proper flush valve installation, and water usage.
Clean and inspect Main. Consider replacing federal pacific fused panels..
Clean, repair and replace.
Replace bulbs and check condition of batteries of exit lights.
Consider replacing all outdoor and indoor lights. Add more switches.
HEATING WATER BOILER
Replace the boiler with a comparable new model.
HEATING WATER PUMPS
EXHAUST FANS
Replace the pump with a comparable new model.
Replace exhaust fans with comparable new models.
CHILLED WATER PIPING
Replace the chilled water piping, insulation and insulation vapor barrier.
Secure a new site that has the capacity for a new, enlarged branch and
and ample parking for patrons.
SITE/LANDSCAPE
IV - 153 1999 POPULATION: 32,548
2009 POPULATION: 35,133
(service boundaries unchanged)
R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S
- The accessible spaces are located across the driving lane.
- The entrance is bunker-like.
- The circulation desk is remote from the collections.
- The corridor to the auditorium is unmonitored.
- The displays are small and not very eye-catching
- No conference or group study rooms are provided.
- The current desks are remote from the main public area.
- The furniture is dated looking.
A S S E S S M E N T S
-The building's image is severe. The precast concrete
panels are in poor condition.
- The adult periodicals need additional seating.
- The tots space is small and dark.
- The staff area is remote from the public spaces.
PARKING
ENTRANCE
CIRCULATION DESK
AUDITORIUM
ADULT A