TR Library moves forward with bank building purchase

The Three Rivers Public Library Board has agreed to follow through on the purchase of the Southern Michigan Bank and Trust building.

Board members said the building purchase price is $350,000. Additional funds will have to be allocated from its $1.2 million budget for first-floor renovations and improvements elsewhere in the building.

The board has authorized Arkos Design of Mishawaka to continue its role in the design process at a rate of $65,000.

The action took place during the board’s Aug. 22 meeting.