The Central Library is replacing the concrete in its driveway beginning Wednesday, August 27. During that time, the Central Library book drop, pickup window, and parking garage will be closed. The project will take approximately three weeks, weather-dependent.
We know there will be questions about some operations during that time. We have answers to some of those questions below:
Concrete Work FAQ
The concrete in the library driveway is being replaced due to wear and tear. The area being replaced can be seen in the diagram below:
During this project, the driveway will be closed. That means the book drop, pickup window, and parking garage will be closed.
Street parking is available on all of the blocks surrounding the library. These parking spots are metered spots, costing $1.25/hour to park. Download the ParkDSM App to pay on your phone. Follow the instructions when you arrive.
A parking garage is also available at the northeast corner of 9th St. and Locust St for $1.25/hour.
City of Des Moines Parking Information
City of Des Moines Parking Map
ParkDSM App
You may always park and come into the Central Library to return your books. If you want to use a drive-up book drop, you may return your books to any of our five other DMPL locations.
To request an extension on your returns due to the project, please email reference@dmpl.org.
During the time of the project, holds normally picked up at the pickup window will instead be moved inside to the Central Library's hold shelf. You may request your holds be moved to the Franklin Avenue Library pickup window by going into the settings in your account or by emailing reference@dmpl.org.
If you would like to request an extension on your holds due to the project, please email reference@dmpl.org.
The project is slated to take approximately three weeks, weather-dependent.