The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) has awarded more than $830,000 to improve public library facilities in greater Glenside.

The funds are part of an $11 million investment in 27 libraries across 15 counties, according to the announcement.

The Abington Township Public Library was awarded $749,750 “to plan and design a library facility that is sustainable, accessible, efficient and tailored to the needs of the community.”

The Jenkintown Library was awarded $81,900 “to develop a master plan addressing accessibility, safety, energy efficiency, maintenance, renovation, and potential expansion.”

“Public libraries are a staple in communities throughout the Commonwealth, helping residents access critical services, resources, and programming, from educational materials to internet and more,” said Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe. “The Commonwealth understands the important role libraries of all sizes play in their communities, and this funding will help Pennsylvania’s libraries build, repair, and improve their facilities and operations to better serve visitors and patrons.”

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