The Sedalia Public Library has been closed for nearly two weeks due to structural concerns and depending on what a structural engineer says today, it could remain closed until repairs are complete.
Late last month, a 3-inch-deep crack was found along the southwest corner and west wall of the 111-year-old building, forcing the closure of the west wing, which includes the computer room, large print area, children’s area and the entire basement. On Aug. 9, a structural engineer deemed the entire building unsafe and closed it until bracing could be done on the western outside walls.
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