The Next Chapter: Ruiz


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The Irene H. Ruiz Biblioteca de las Americas is an anchor in Kansas City’s Westside community. The branch features a collection of Spanish-language materials – books, magazines, fotonovelas, CDs, and DVDs – and is home to a seed library offering free flower and vegetable seeds and other resources for gardeners of all skill levels.

RUIZ PROJECTS

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Increase access to materials & programs.

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Expand outreach to the community.

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Upgrade computers and digital resources.

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Renovate and replace aging facilities.

PROJECT STATUS:

Completed

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Ongoing

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PROGRAMING & EXHIBIT ENHANCEMENT

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Provide more quality programs, events, and exhibits to our patrons.

Estimated date of completion: Ongoing

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NEW COPY-SCAN-FAX MACHINES

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Install new multipurpose copy-scan-fax machines in all branches.

Estimated date of completion: March 2019

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RENOVATE RESTROOMS

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Renovate the public restrooms.

Estimated date of completion: September 2019

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EXPANDED HOURS

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Remain open later on weekends, providing a safe space for youth and others.

Estimated date of completion: September 6, 2019

Blog: "We're Here (Longer) for You"

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