As a newer resident to South Haven I was excited to finally have the renovated library finished. When visiting for my first time I was very put off and surprised at the lack of awareness from the front desk staff, Heidi and Kim S. Their loud speaking volume to one another as well as the volume they spoke to others was very inconsiderate and distracting. When visiting a library, it is expected to be a quieter atmosphere. Patrons are studying, working or just trying to get away from the other noisy establishments in the area. Maybe an enclosed quiet room is necessary for those looking to find less distraction.
This has been a good place for me to work as a
virtual professor so far this summer. I'm
disappointed though by how LOUD the staff speak,
not only amongst themselves but to visitors as well.
It is very disruptive even with wearing noise
canceling AirPods. Several front desk clerks make no
effort to lower their voices whatsoever. I would
highly recommend that there be some retraining
here. I've never been to a library where the staff
seem to have complete disregard of this. Otherwise,
it's a good size library with clean bathrooms. read more