The Hamburg Public Library has been awarded a $750,000 state grant to improve operations.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Office of Commonwealth Libraries announced Friday that the Hamburg Public Library was among 17 libraries across the state to receive a combined total of nearly $4.5 million in funding for the construction and rehabilitation of public library facilities.
State Rep. Jamie Barton said in a press release that the grant will play a massive role in the Hamburg library’s ability to make major improvements.
“Hamburg Public Library is one of the oldest learning centers in our area,” the Schuylkill County Republican said. “The nonprofit organization doesn’t just serve the borough of Hamburg. People across northern Berks and southern Schuylkill counties use the library not just for its extensive book collection, but also its access to public computers, WiFi, faxing, photocopying, reference services and even family-friendly programming.
“It’s an asset to our community, and a deserving recipient of this funding,” he added.
Source: Berkshire mont