Public access: Progress is being made at Central Library

Re: “ Denver spent $60 million on its library – and it still closes every Friday ,” July 10 commentary

Thank you for raising awareness about the Central Library’s hours. We understand why some community members feel disappointed, especially after voters supported the 2017 and 2021 bonds and the 2022 2i initiative with the hope of expanded access.

The good news is that progress is underway. As of July 6, the Central Library is now open six days a week, including long-requested Saturday hours, with curbside pickup available on Fridays. While the ultimate goal remains a seven-day schedule with evening hours, this recent expansion reflects a thoughtful approach: responding to community needs while carefully stewarding public resourc

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