The Town of Bracebridge is beginning the redevelopment of the former Carnegie Library building at 96 Manitoba Street.
According to town officials, the historic building will be restored and repurposed to house the Town of Bracebridge’s Planning and Development Department and establish a Business Development Centre, in alignment with the Town’s Downtown Master Plan.
Officials also said it will include the Muskoka Small Business Centre, the Bracebridge Business Improvement Area, the Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce, and the Visitor Information Centre in the building.
Staff said W.S. Morgan Construction Limited will carry out the project in collaboration with a heritage consultant to ensure the building’s heritage features and historical value are preserved.
As a result, the town said parking will be restricted in Municipal Parking Lot 3 behind the building. Alternate parking locations are available in downtown Bracebridge.
Residents can expect to see increased construction activity in the coming weeks as the contractor establishes the site and begins the initial phases of work.
Officials said staff will work closely with the contractor to minimize disruptions.
