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Water damage forces closure to PGPL’s Nechako branch

The Nechako Branch of the Prince George Public Library is closed until further notice following a roof leak that caused significant damage to its collection.

According to a release, the mall owners had begun work to repair existing roof damage on June 17th, but heavy rainfall on the weekend caused water to leak through the ceiling, damaging books, shelves, ceiling tiles, and flooring.

The closure impacts 8,400 patrons and eight staff members.

There are more than 24,000 items in the collection at the Nechako Branch, including books, audiobooks,
DVDs, video games, and other materials.

Library and City of Prince George staff were on site on Sunday to start the cleanup process, and to begin assessing the impact to the collection and library operations.

Items in the Nechako Branch collection are not available for borrowing at this time.

“The Nechako Branch is an important part of PGPL’s library services,” said Library Director Paul Burry.

“It offers collections, programs for all ages, wireless internet and computer access, and community space for Hart residents. The accessible store-front location is also the preferred branch for many living outside the Hart. 125 people visit the Nechako Branch every day, so we know it impacts our community members when we have to close the branch.”

PGPL will continue to provide updates on its Facebook page and website.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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