HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_LAB_11.08.1999Minutes for the Georgetown Public Library Advisory Board
November 8, 1999
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairperson, Nell Dickson.
Those present were Nelda Burson, Joe Case, Nell Dickson, Jean Fhnebuske, Dorothy Hagen, Sheila
Henderson, Judy Parks, and. Sharon Sanders.
Tom Barry called in for an excused absence.
Absent: Lisa Hopkins
Nell read a letter of resignation from Rachel Logue, whose term would soon expire.
Nell said that we would have a December meeting.
Sheila reported that a new young man has been hired as Reference Librarian. Also she told us that Eric
has decided not to resign.
The Board briefly reviewed the Long Range Plan and Jean noted that some of the goals in the plan could
not be reached until the library has more space.
Judy brought up the question from a patron of the feasibility of a new library since electronic books will be
in the future The Board all agreed that true library patrons will always want to hold books in their hands
for pleasure reading. Joe reported that he has the small electronic game size machines that will hold four
books for sale in his store but they are not in great demand.
We discussed how we need to make the public more aware of our present activities and programs such as
free library cards to all public school children, and our home -bound delivery program. Also we feel that
the public should know just how many books are circulated from our library. We considered getting some
of this information on Cable TV, the Sun City TV, and the City newsletter.
Nell provided us with copies of the compiled results of the patron survey concerning what the citizens
would like to see in the way of physical facilities for the future library. Seventy-one percent of those polled
were in agreement that the library should be a stand-alone building. The favored location was the
downtown area Addedcomments were discussed.
Nell will make some changes in the draft recommendation to the Council, moving paragraphs around and
omitting the third paragraph concerning the feasibility study by the City and the Georgetown Foundation
This document stating the Board's recommendation will be presented to the Council after New Year.
Nell also showed us a diagram of some plans being discussed by the feasibility study group that were
presented at a meeting attended by Sheila, Nell, and Jean.
Jean reported that the Library Gala has been set for March 24, 2000. T.R. Reid is the person to contact if
the Board members wish to help in specific areas. Plans are for a band with dance music, a silent auction,
and a live auction. There are no plans for a speaker.
Joe moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
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September 1999
Highlights
The annual inventory took place September 1-3 and went smoothly. Weeding continued
through the next week, but by the end of the month, all discarded books had been
removed from the catalog. The coincidence of closure for inventory and Labor Day
weekend brought about extremely heavy patronage on the Tuesday after the holiday and
many comments about the library's four -day "holiday." To relieve stress on the public
services staff, inventory will be held early in August next year.
• Applications for GISD Kid's Cards were distributed early in the month and picked up on
October 1.
is On September 10, representatives from the Texas Cancer Data Center and the Williamson
County Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse were in the library to answer questions of
patrons and make their resources known to patrons and staff.
• The director's September 15 column in the Williamson County Sun, about the demise of
the Friends group, has generated much positive response. It appears that the organization
will be revived
• Peter Pearson, a mentor in the Community Advocacy Program sponsored by Libraries for
the Future and Friends of Libraries U.S.A., visited out library on September 24 and spoke
to two groups.
• Eric Lashley and Craig Dowell resigned September 27. Each has found a better
opportunity elsewhere. Lee Sparks assumed the position of Assistant Director/Technical
Services Librarian. The City's Human Resources Department upgraded the part-time
cataloging position to full-time, so the library is presently advertising for a public services
librarian, a reference librarian, and a cataloger.
The annual library management retreat took place September 27. Budget issues, changes
to the long range plan, and departmental plans for the coming year were the topics
discussed.
STAFF -- Out and About!
On September 10, Sheila Henderson attended G.I.V.E.'s community relations meeting.
Sheila Henderson participated in the TLA District III meeting in Waco on September 17.
Sheila Henderson attended the Georgetown Project's annual year-end meeting on
September 21.
VOLUNTEERS
Ana Davila and Matt Reaves, who are in GISD's Community -Based Instruction
program, work at the library for two hours, two afternoons each week. They have been
preparing for sale the books that were withdrawn during inventory.
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Comparative Fiscal
Year Statistics
1998
1999
Oct.
Nov.
Dec,
Jan.
Feb.
Mar.
Apr,
May
June
Patron Visits
Current Year
23,409
21,022
10,339
13,810
14,548
17,028
14,679
17,414
21,352
1997-1998
15,383
9,137
9,609
9,637
10,540
10,514
11,259
10,389
13,159
1996-1997
11,504
10,727
9,247
11,991
11,623
14,595
15,810
15,730
17,672
1995-1996
7,672
9,312
6,803
10,980
10,792
9,480
14,538
11,463
14,241
1994-1995
11,260
8,920
7,834
9,424
8,381
13,387
10,300
9,746
10,103
1993-1994
5,356
9,211
6,621
8,208
10,669
8,793
9,603
7,400
10,622
1992-1993
5,204
5,354
4,094
5,313
5,840
6,455
6,822
5,398
8,649
Circulation
Current Year
20,533
16,866
14,233
17,906
18,312
21,290
20,033
18,492
21,832
1997-1998
20,333
14,864
14,501
16,686
17,025
18,320
17,286
18,299
24,466
1996-1997
13,865
13.161
12,560
15,885
16,909
18,345
17,847
17,206
23,132
1995-1996
15,315
14,389
11,133
14,725
13,120
14,447
13,866
13,491
18,076
1994-1995
15,305
14,766
12,038
15,024
14,645
16,029
14,241
15,965
19,532
1993-1994
14,205
13,607
11,253
14,074
14,796
16,178
14,903
14,220
19,806
1992-1993
12,437
11,562
10,399
11,824
12,234
14,436
12,850
11,486
17,240
FY 98-99 Statistics
Children's Programs
Attendance
534
528
570
392
482
664
624
931
2,140
Programs
2
3
4
2
2
3
0
0
7
Story Hour
10
6
4
10
11
11
13
9
6
Other: Tour, Movies, Craft
2
4
7
SRP Registr
4
Other Services
ILL ordered
29
26
19
53
42
29
19
34
26
ILL filled
24
22
21
29
44
27
17
24
26
Large Print Circ
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
Volunteer Hours
Adult
60.50
92.00
71.50
79.75
9025
55.5
57.75
46.25
56.25
Teen
2.00
32.00
4.00
24.00
32.00
12
14
0
121.5
Community Service
20.00
9.00
32.50
22.00
100
10
10
27
35.75
Total
82.50
133.00
108.00
125.75
125.25
77.5
81.75
73.25
213.5
Registrations
City Residents - now
285
124
88
140
92
101
96
119
115
Non -Residents - now
38
29
21
25
32
25
20
37
57
Non -Residents - Renew
63
51
31
51
55
68
55
67
113
Total
386
204
140
216
179
194
171
223
285
Cash Receipts
Fines, Room Rentals
1,507.72
1,222.92
1,309.98
1,368.33
1,387.87
1,465.28
1,812.48
1,617.49
1,836.21
Non -Residence Fees
1,700.00
1,265.00
865.00
1,225.00
1,470.00
1,520.00
960-00
1,560.00
2,390.00
Donations
853.68
688.18
481.16
496.00
64911
480.60
450.77
1,100.30
622.95
Gifts/Memorials
230.00
0
650.00
1855.00
304.85
445,00
0
16,768.93
303.96
Amounts in Donations and Memorials were corrected 9/16/99 to reflect
voids that previously had not been included.
July
August
September
Annual Total
18,703
11,135
11,201
194,640 (Y-T-D)
18,210
16,650
19,510
153,997
16,999
13,031
12,976
161,905
11,287
10,271
8,558
125,397
8,967
7,700
7,218
113,240
9,678
9,231
9,045
104,437
7,517
5,797
5,452
66,443
24,083
21,902
18,237
233,719
21,604
18,778
18,268
220,430
23,154
17,993
16,447
206,504
18,711
15,136
12,000
174,409
18,474
16,662
14,867
187,548
17,353
17,351
14,832
182,578
16,684
15,212
13,284
159,648
Total
1,836
0
313
9,014
5
0
0
28
3
0
12
95
3
0
0
20
46
49
52
424
25
38
49
346
50
50
50
600
41
66.75
37.25
754.75
58
32
42
373.50
7
0
23
199.25
106
98.75
102.25
1,327.50
119
85
91
1,455
40
27
30
381
63
60
44
721
222
172
165
2,557
896.62
1,620.75
1486.85
11,692.07
1,800.00
1,490.00
1200.00
17,445.00
595-21
576.32
1190.96
1 8,185.84
11,429.00
4,180.79
1011.45
37,178.98
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GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Exhibits, Signs, and Soliciting Policy
. To DISPLAY, in this policy, means "present to open view."
All materials displayed in the COMMON PUBLIC AREAS will be selected based upon cultural, educational,
and informational merits. COMMON PUBLIC AREAS means areas used by Library customers of all ages
and with a variety of interests. These areas include but are not limited to foyers, meeting rooms, reference
and circulation desk areas and enclosed display cases.
Information presented will be objective and from a source generally recognized as authoritative, and not
related to proselytizing for a particular faith, party, institution or cause.
Materials which may be displayed include, but are not limited to, new acquisitions, topical or thematic
groupings of materials and other items related to the interests of Library patrons.
Art not owned by the Library will be displayed as per the current agreement with the Williamson County Art
Guild.
Materials displayed in the Children's Room will pertain to activities or topics of general interest to children 12
years of age and under.
Materials available in the Library, but not chosen for display, will be shelved or stored in appropriately
designated sections which maximize effective use of library space.
PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS from or about the city, state, or federal agencies community events, public
services or those providing objective information of value to Library customers may be displayed as space
permits. Priority will be given to activities and groups related to the Library and other City Departments.
SOLICITING for charitable or other purposes may take place only when approved and supported by the
Friends of the Georgetown Library. No sales or solicitation may take place at any Library service counters.
Prior to display, all materials must be submitted to Library staff for review under this policy and be clearly
marked with the name of the sponsoring agency. The Library reserves the right to dispose of such materials.
PROCEDURE FOR REQUESTS FOR RECONSIDERATION OF MATERIALS DISPLAYED. In order to have
a request considered, the patron must:
A. Be a registered borrower of the Georgetown Public Library.
B. File a completed "Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials" form with the
Library Services Director.
C. Supply full name and address. Anonymous complaints will not be considered.
After a competed Request for Reconsideration of Materials Displayed form is received, the Director of Library
Services will review the reasons for the objections to the material in question, and will attempt to answer the
display question to the patron's satisfaction. Patrons who are not satisfied with the Director's action may
request that the material displayed be reviewed by the Library Advisory Board.
Approved:
0 Bob Hart, City Manager Date
GIFTS AND MEMORIALS
September 1999
Elder Information Library
The Senior Texan Legal. Guide, 3rd ed.
In Honor of Lillian Bettencourt
Victor Hotho
Southwestern University Magazine
Vol. 18, number 8, May 1900
Dr. & Mrs. R. J. Kaufmann
49 videotapes
William Sanford
American Tycoons by Carl R. Green & William R. Sanford
Beverly Treuhardt
In Pursuit of the Proper Sinner (Book on Tape) by Elizabeth George
In Memory of Beatrice Huie
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DIRECTOR'S MONTHLY REPORT
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 1999
• A group of people interested in revitalizing the Friends of the Library met on October 6 to
discuss their ideas about the purpose of the organization and how it should operate. They
will meet again on November 1 to choose officers.
The garage sale Anna Aiken held to benefit the Georgetown Library Foundation brought
in $1200.
• Eric Lashley, who had turned in his resignation, decided not to leave.
• The shelving acquired with a grant from LCRA arrived. Lee and Eric installed most of it
over a period of two days. This involves considerable physical labor and they are to be
commended for the effort they put forth.
• Interviews took place for the reference and cataloging positions.
STAFF -- Out and About!
All staff members attended the Austin Public Library's Staff Development Day on
October 22. Each person attended two courses of their choice.
Sheila Henderson attended the monthly G.I.V.E. and Georgetown Library Foundation
meetings.
VOLUNTEERS
Latinos Unidos and Amigas, service organizations from Southwestern University, put on
their third annual Children's Fall Festival at the library on October 31, from 4-6 p.m. The
entertainment included games, prizes, a costume contest, and lots of food. Approximately
100 children and parents attended. The Southwestern students also provide homework
help for children at the library each Wednesday afternoon.
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GEORGETOWN
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Comparative Fiscal Year Statistics
1999
Oct
Nov
Dec
Annual Total
Patron Visits
Current Year
14497
14497 (Y-T-D)
1998-1999
23409
21022
10339
194640
1997-1998
15383
9137
9609
153997
1996-1997
11504
10727
9247
161905
1995-1996
7672
9312
6803
125397
1994-1995
11260
8920
7834
113240
1993-1994
5356
9211
6621
104437
Circulation
Current Year
20744
20744
1998-1999
20533
16866
14233
240419
1997-1998
20333
14864
14501
220430
1996-1997
13865
13161
12560
206504
1995-1996
15315
14389
11133
174409
1994-1995
15305
14766
12038
187548
1993-1994
14205
13607
11253
182578
FY 1999-2000 Statistics
Children's Programs
Total
Attendance
503
503
Programs
7
7
Story Time
7
7
Other (Tour, Movies, Crafts)
Other Services
ILL Ordered
51
51
ILL filled
52
52
Lg Print Circuit
50
50
Volunteer Hours
Adult
46.75
46.75
Teen
34.00
34.00
Community Service
11.00
11.00
Total
91.75
91.75
Registrations
City Residents -new
191
191
GISD Kids' Cards
110
110
Non -residents -new
28
28
Non -residents -renew
48
48
Total
377
377
Cash Receipts
Fines, room rentals
1796.04
1796.04
Non-resident fees
1325.00
1325.00
Donations
642.73
642.73
Gifts/Memorials
0.00
0.00
19
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October 1999 Donations
October 2 Mr & Mrs Robert Autrey
in memory of Charles Pearson
October 7 Ladies Auxiliary to VFW Post 8587
October 7 Fred Rogers
in honor of his wife Rebecca
October 11 In memory of James Treff-Lzs
October 12 Armour Welch
October 28 Dr & Mrs Rj. Kaufmann
A Stranger in the Park by Stuart
Fitts
Ellis Island and the Peopling of
America by Virginia Yans-Mclaughhin
Fourteen Friends' Guide to Eldercaring
Beach Music by Pat Conroy
Heat by Stuart Woods
God Bless John Wayne by Kinky Friedman
Armadillos and Old Lace " "
Love Songs of J Edgar Hoover
Black Notice by Patricia Cornwall
78 video titles and 14 books
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Large library resource area with circulation desk
Sm&ler-Tesource room for specialized focus
Office area for 4-6 parent educators and director
Large room for parent meetings which could be divided into two rooms
Chil4carp room
Sanitation room for toys
Large storage room
Work Room
Break area with small kitchen to handle snacks for meetings
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Work Room 1/2 of 1600 sq. ft. SW sq. ft.
Conference room 1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft.
Reception area 1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft.
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Private office space for two 400 sq. ft.
Conference room 1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft.
Reception area 1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft.
(currently uses approximately 600 sq. ft.)
TOTALSQUAREFOOTAGE: 1200 sq. ft.
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400 sq. ft.
Conference room
1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 4.00 sq. ft.
Receptionarea.
1/3 of 1200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft.
Work room
1/2 of 1600 sq. ft. S0Q sq. ft.
(currently uses approximately 600 sq. ft.)
TOTALSQUAREFOOTAGE-
2000 sq. ft.
Family Outreach has not been contacted but currently uses approximately 1,000 sq. ft.
including two private offices, large reception area and large ccinference/training room.
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Draft recommendation to council November 1999
The Library Advisory Board recommends that Georgetown maintain the integrity
of the Library's identity, mission and operations by constructing a new library, separate
and distinct from any and all other agencies, in downtown Georgetown. This
recommendation is supported by 71% of patrons surveyed during the week of 1
November 1999.
We strongly recommend that the library director be involved in all stages of
planning so that the specific needs of the library are met in the design of the interior and
exterior space as well as in the provisions for technical needs, security and close -in
parking. Future growth of the library should be a consideration in the decisions made
about this construction.
At a feasibility study meeting, Tom Nichols presented a concept plan for an area
downtown bounded by Rock, 9th, MLK and 7th Streets. Nichols' concept with three
ibuildings --a town center, a library and a foundations/social services providers
budding --separated by landscaped malls meets the library recommendation as long as the
buildings remain separate. Any need for a foundation to collaborate with the library
should not be hampered be separate building in this age of tecnology where collaboration
does not require cohabitation.
The library's outgrowing of its current library building in a few short years is, of
course, a reflection of Georgetown's population growth. However, it is also a strong
indicator of an outstandingly successful library well -recognized as a valuable asset by half
our population seeking library cards. This library by its performance has more than earned
the right to be judged on its own merits with plans for its future made on the basis of those
merits.
Laura Bush in her welcoming address at the Texas Book Festival this year said
"Human thought and attention are being relentlessly fragmented. The more this happens,
the more we need reading to pull them together."
Asimilar view was expressed by Georgetown library patron who wrote on the
library survey, "I also believe a library should be dedicated to the function of serving as a
library. It is one of the few public places of quiet repose, reflection and study left to us."
Signed by all Advisory Board Members
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November 1999
Library Survey Summary
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In the 58 hours the Georgetown Public Library was open the week of 1 - 6 November
1999, an 18-hour survey was conducted. The 434 patrons surveyed gave the following
responses:
A. Constructing a new stand-alone central library
71 % agreed
8% disagreed
18% neither agreed or disasgreed
B. Housing a new library and other city departments in the same building
16% agreed
55% disagreed
23% neither agreed or disagreed.
C. Housing a new library and non -profits in the same building
18% agreed
42% disagreed
27% neither agreed or disagreed
D. Housing a new library, non -profits and for -profits in the same building
10% agreed
59% disagreed
22% neither agreed or disagreed
Top three locations favored for the library location
Downtown 42%
Wherever 30%
West of town 15%
Top four age groups
Under 14 46%
Over 65 36%
56-65 25%
46-55 20%
Frequency of visits
Once a week
35%
Twice a month
32%
Twice a week
18%
Once a month
12%
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Stand-alone
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Wlnon-profit
Building
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Stand-alone
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Wlnon-profit
Building
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Daily Survey Summary
Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly
Agrec Di 9=
43%
28%
0
3%
39%
20°%
10%
6%
42%
31%
5%
4%
44%
30%
2%
2%
35%
47%
6%
0
49%
28%
2%
0
8%
4%
9%
6%
6%
2%
Combined
ree
71%
59%
73%
74%
82%
77%
20%
26%
28%
21%
20%
11%
12%
22%
19%
15%
18%
9%
28%
30%
30%
2%
15%
28%
Combined
Disagree
3%
16%
9%
4%
6%
2%
42%
43%
44%
4%
15%
54%
14%
13%
14%
2%
15%
26%
November 1999
Library Survey
• Because the Georgetown City Council and city staff are aware that the library has outgrown its current building,
ideas are being considered to provide additional space. Ideas include:
. constructing a new stand-alone central library
. housing a new library and other city departments in the same building
. housing a new library and non-profit organizations in the same building
. housing a new library and non-profit and for -profit organizations in the same building
To help the City Council and staff make an informed decision about future plans for the library, the Georgetown
Library Advisory Board will present a recommendation based on citizen input. We invite you to participate by
completing the survey below. Thank you.
The Georgetown Library Advisory Board
I. Statements A. through D. below express ideas for a new library. Please respond to each statement by checking
the blank that best indicates your opinion. Would you favor
A. constructing a new stand-alone central library
��strongly agree onagree 1Eneither agree nor disagree Adisagree Zstrongly disagree
B. housing a new library and other city departments in the same building
strongly agree [4agree Z3 neither agree nor disagree 3. disagree o4/ strongly disagree
C. housing a new library and non -profits in the same building
*Strongly agree /Lagree • Zneither agree nor disagree .711 disagree Z�strongly disagree
D. housing a new library and non -profits and for -profits in the same building
2tstrangly agree fagree neither agree nor disagree ,disagree d�trongly disagree
2. What location would you favor for a new central Y tra library. Please mark the blank that best indicates your
opinion.
4. downtown ,north of town 2 south of town •east of town Kest of town 3fit doesn't matter
3. If the Georgetown Library Advisory Board holds a public hearing on this matter, would you attend?
..Yes ._no
So that we can know a Iittle about those who are completing this survey, please answer the questions below.
L Are you a resident of Georgetown? _yes _no
2. Do you have _a personal library card o1ja family library card
3. Write in the blanks) below the number of users on your Iibrary card in each age bracket.
Under 14 36 45 1,47
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15-18 L 46-55 20
19-25 56-65
26-35 .7-/ Over 65
4. On average, how often do you use the library?
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twice/wk 35once/wk 5Lwice/month 1Znncclmontb `r4 x/yr `f 2x/yr ,once/yr. 2-less than once/yr
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November 1999
Comments from patrons written on surveys
I think a new library must be located downtown. To locate it anywhere else diminishes its
• importance as an indication of the character and values of the city. It would seem to be
less an institution for all the city's citizens and, in fact, may discourage use by some of
those who need it most and stand to benefit most. I also believe a library should be
dedicated to the function of serving as a library. It is one of the few public places of quiet
repose, reflection and study left to us.
Whatever meets the needs of the most users of the Library.
I favor the most productive and economical.
Need to prove we need to expand. What are options other than new library?
Leave it just like it is. This is just lice everything else that has been decided iron the last
eleven years. Already decide by the new moved in people (noted that had been resident of
Georgetown since 1980).
I suggest you consider the cost to tax payers of property, building, etc. in the decision
process. I feel it is the most important factor.
I am sorry I am charged a fee to use the library because of my street address - Tonkawa
Trail.
40 I don't want to have to deal with a large parking lot or trying the control the noise in big
hallways.
None of these (i.e., named options) add a partial 2nd floor and/or use part of rear parking
lot for addit. To the question of what location do you favor Use all of the potential where
its at and stop trying to house non-profits/for-profits on the taxpayers property! I am a
resident of Georgetown and politically active!
Build a branch library or expanding current library building.
If a new library is needed --I like the library now as it is. I live in Georgetown but not city
limits --wish I didn't have to pay for a card.
To the question of location favored: Find a location that is convenient to all the public
and easy to get to.
Any of these (options) can be made to work or made to fail. I would favor keeping the
present library as the main library and building branch libraries.
I do not believe we need a new library, because the current library is in a convenient
locate[sic], is filed with a wide variety of books. Has a great staff but is not fined with
• patrons when I am there which can be any ti, �.e of ths. clays.
November 1999
Comments from patrons written on surveys
I suggest'You check out the Harlingen Texas Library. It is the finest I have seen in a
moderate sized city.
Keep Library where it is but expand if necessary.
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