The Baker County Library District has suspended Bookmobile services for about eight weeks while the vehicle undergoes major repairs.

Perry Stokes, library district director, said the Bookmobile has logged more than 385,000 miles over 20 years.

Repairs will include rebuilding or replacing the engine, overhauling the transmission and suspension, and replacing the clutch.

“These measures are aimed at extending the bookmobile’s lifespan and maintaining its efficiency in delivering library services to various locations throughout Baker County, including Oxbow, Medical Springs, Keating, Unity, and several senior living facilities in Baker City,” according to a press release from the library district.

Money for repairs will come from the district’s reserve fund for capital investments.

“While we understand the impact and inconvenience of this temporary suspension on the community, these repairs will ensure the bookmobile remains operational for continued service for years to come,” the press release states. “Baker County Library District will keep the community updated on the progress of the repairs and the expected timeline for the resumption of bookmobile services. In the meantime, we encourage patrons to visit a Baker County library branch in Baker City, Haines, Halfway, Huntington, Richland, or Sumpter, or access our digital collections for reading and resource needs from anywhere at any time.”

More information is available at www.bakerlib.org.