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,,. 39 Section 4 - Public and Key Stakeholder Opinion Public Opinion Meetings to discuss the need for additional library facilities and the adequacy of existing buildings were held in May 2004 . The consultants met with 54 Indian River residents in four focus groups , two each in Sebastian and Vero Beach . They also met with representatives of both Friends of the Library groups , and with the Public Library Advisory Board . The opinions collected are summarized below . Existing Buildings ■ Main Library • Participants like the atmosphere in and around the library; they want this library to remain as the central library of the system. • All participants agree that the Main Library building is inadequate in size to meet rn future needs , especially as the southern part of the county grows ; some think it is inadequate now . Participants recognize that new facilities will pull some business away from this library and help with current crowding . • Some residents are interested in expansion possibilities and one person has a specific proposal to offer . There is concern about parking shortages if there is expansion of the library; some people think current parking is inadequate . • Discussions of interior space needs included : more shelving area; a food/beverage area; more space for public access computers including a separate computer room in the children ' s area ; another, smaller meeting room; more social gathering areas . Addition of a drive-up book drop is an exterior amenity many desire . • Several participants think the library would benefit from a full analysis of how space is currently used and reallocation of spaces to meet current needs . This library should continue to provide genealogy and local history services for the entire county . ■ North IRC Library Users of this library are very concerned about overcrowding and that the building is inadequate to the current need ; even some individuals who do not use this library expressed concern . Participants believe the library cannot be expanded at its present location , unless a second story is possible . • Participants believe population growth in the northern part of the county will be extensive and this library will be become even less able to meet needs . They are also concerned about Fellsmere residents ' needs . • Interior changes discussed were : a separate computer lab ; a separate gaming computer area ; more informal seating ; more space for shelving ; a food/beverage area ; and a teen area. ■ Gifford Youth Activity Center Library • Participants aware of this library outlet emphasized their belief that it is inadequate to the need of the area and should be expanded . They note that the space available , and consequently the services offered, are very limited . Also , rir Indian River County Library Master Facilities Plan 2005 - 2025