The Select Board has established the Library Building Committee "to oversee the design and construction of the New Shutesbury Library."  The Committee's eight members include the Library Director, a member of the Board of Library Trustees, a member of the Shutesbury Buildings Committee, and individuals from the community who have the skills and expertise to fulfill these roles:  Committee Chair, Clerk, Accountant/finance expert, Construction experience, Architect/design engineering, Working group coordination, and Communications.  Committee members were appointed by the Select Board at the

9/12/24 Update Progress to date
Erosion controls have been installed and approved by the Conservation Commission.
Trees and stumps have been removed.
Topsoil has been removed, screened and removed from the site or stockpiled for future use. 
Excavation of trenching and footings for the foundation began on Tuesday, September 10th. Fence
A fence has been installed around the perimeter of the project. No one should attempt to enter the work area. The site remains visible through the fence so we can all continue to watch the progress.