United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa today visited Oregon to help the community celebrate the grand opening of the Oregon Public Library.
“Libraries serve as a gateway to limitless possibilities, whether it’s through the books on their shelves, access to technology and the internet, or gathering places for community members to connect,” Lassa said. “Community infrastructure projects, like the Oregon Public Library, help to create vibrant communities that add to quality of life for all residents, which is why the Biden-Harris Administration is making investments that strengthen rural areas.” [Audio: Mp3, 23 seconds, 549Kb]
Today’s event marks the completion of construction, thanks in part to a $1 million USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant.
The library was expanded by over 20,000 square feet which will allow additional space needed to provide essential library services to the growing community. The new building includes a community room, conference room, study rooms, story room, and a quiet reading room.
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