Report rails against library system

- System must balance its budget, invest in technology, est. a cash reserve
- Losses are expected every year until 2014
- New libraries in Capitola, SV, Felton will cost more to operate than the system can afford
- SC libraries are the only ones in the nation to still use archaic computer program to track books borrowed, fines owed, etc.
- Older patrons say they prefer local branches, books and personal service
- Board seems to lack the political will to make tough decisions

Creator: Bookwalter, Genevieve
Source: Santa Cruz Sentinel
Date: 2010-06-11
Type: NEWS; DOCUMENT
Coverage: 2010s
Identifier: CF-42989

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Citation

Bookwalter, Genevieve. “Report rails against library system.” Santa Cruz Sentinel. 2010-06-11. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/118827. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.