But that move would not change the association's views on the need for a new library in South Dunedin, president Merle van de Klundert told the annual plan hearings committee.
The council confirmed last year it would investigate moving the library to the former chief post office building..
The council had signed a joint venture feasibility agreement with building owner South Canterbury Finance to investigate the CPO's potential, and Otago Regional Council chairman Stephen Cairns confirmed the building was an option to house his council, after it decided to shelve plans for a new headquarters on the waterfront.
The plan meant the city had the opportunity to investigate a use for the building that could revitalise the Exchange, and add to a growing heritage precinct, including the Dunedin Railway Station, Chinese Garden and Otago Settlers Museum.
Late last year, council property manager Robert Clark said the plans for the building would be released this year.
Mrs van de Klundert said yesterday the former chief post office would make "a wonderful library building".
The basement, ground floor and first floor would be ideal for the library's needs for the next 30 years.
Parking at the existing library was a problem, she said, something that could be overcome with the move.
"Also, it could provide better facilities for a children's library, staff offices, wheelchair access, improved toilets and so on."
The need for a new library in South Dunedin, though, remained a priority when considering the demographic picture of the area.
"Even if a shift from Moray Pl to the old CPO building were to be made, this would not change our view that South Dunedin deserves a library."
Mrs van de Klundert said there was a need for increased capital for new collection purchases, though the library exceeded New Zealand standards in many respects.
Mr Clark has promised to update the Otago Daily Times on the issue next week.
