The Galesburg Public Library now has all the funding needed to complete its new building project. It's taken 15 years of work, community support, and generous donations but the last of the nearly $20 million has been raised for the building that's expected to open in early 2024. The bulk of the funding, $15.3 million came from a State of Illinois grant, covering 75 percent of construction costs. The grant was submitted in 2013 and will require several years of follow-up actions in accordance with the grant's rules. The remaining dollars have all been raised locally, including over $1 million unlocked by a 2:1 matching grant through the Galesburg Community Foundation. The new library is said to blend in with the Galesburg Historic District while the interior will feature a "bright and welcoming environment" for the entire community." Heather Sipes, Executive Director of the Galesburg Public Library Foundation gives thanks to members of the library's ca