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    THE SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM TO CLOSE
    AUG. 31 THROUGH SEPT. 7
    The Seattle Public Library system will close Monday, Aug. 31 through Sunday, Sept. 6 due to citywide budget cuts. Please note Monday, Sept. 7 is the Labor Day holiday and all libraries will be closed. Regular Library operations will resume Tuesday, Sept. 8.
    The systemwide closure, along with other cuts, will help the Library meet a 2 percent budget reduction – about $1 million. The closure will save approximately $655,000.
    The closure will mean salary reductions for about 700 employees who will not be paid, or accrue vacation or retirement benefits during those weeks. An additional $350,000 in cuts – which include management and administration layoffs, extending the staff computer replacement schedule and reducing the training budget, are also being implemented.
    No Library services will be available during the one-week closure and will have the following impacts:
    No materials will be due and no fines will be accrued.

    U.S. libraries on borrowed time?



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    By Marisol Bello, USA TODAY
    Dwindling tax dollars are forcing libraries to close branches, cut hours and end programs just as more people are turning to them for services.
    \"Libraries rely on public dollars, and we know there are less public dollars,\" says Sari Feldman, vice president of the Public Library Association and executive director of the Cuyahoga County Public Library in Ohio.

    OLDEST PUBLIC LIBRARY: May close this year
    PHOTOS: America's oldest library slated to close

    At the same time, Feldman says, more adults are using free Internet services to search for jobs or apply for unemployment benefits, and more people are economizing by borrowing books, DVDs and CDs.
    Among libraries in trouble:
    FIND MORE STORIES IN:Internet | New York | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | Ohio | Indiana | DVDs | CDs | National League of Cities | Mayor Michael Nutter | Chris Hoene | Public Library Association | Cuyahoga County Public Library
    • Troy, N.Y., is closing two of three branches today because the budget has been cut 16% to $669,000 this year, says Paul Hicok, executive director of the Troy Public Library. Its circulation of borrowed materials increased 16% last year.
    • Muncie, Ind., is closing three of five branches, says library director Ginny Nilles. Its $4.8 million annual budget is facing a cut of $2 million over two years. Circulation increased 7% last year.
    • In Philadelphia, Mayor Michael Nutter planned to close 11 of the city's 54 libraries this month to save $8 million, but a judge ruled he did not have the authority. Nutter is appealing. The branches remain open, but their hours will be reduced.
    • Phoenix faces a 27% cut in its $40.6 million budget that would reduce hours at its 15 branches from 72 hours a week to 48 and eliminate some children and adult reading programs, says city librarian Toni Garvey. The number of visitors increased 8% in 2008.
    • Darby, Pa., expects to close its only library — the oldest continuously operating free public library in Pennsylvania and believed to be the oldest in the nation — next year.
    Cities are making tough choices, says Chris Hoene, director of policy and research at the National League of Cities. As people lose income or curb spending, income tax and sales tax revenue falls. Local officials must choose between core services, such as police and fire protection, and services such as libraries and parks.
    \"Obviously, when push comes to shove,\" he says, city governments facing budget cuts \"will protect city services considered more vital to the safety of the community.\"

    Are libraries on borrowed time?
    Even with the highest recored usage, libraries across the country are facing cutbacks.














    In Winthrop, library card holders represent about 60 percent of the town population, which is about 11,000 people.

    6.000 people use library every month

    Nearly 100 supporters of the Concord Public Library packed the city council chambers last night. Some cried. Some quoted literature. Some begged. Some delivered petitions. A college student made a video. Dozens ask council to help library

    Nearly 100 supporters of the Concord Public Library packed the city council chambers last night

    http://www.cmonitor.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090605/FRONTPAGE/906050335
    The students in Ellen Kenney's English language learners program at Rumford School carried signs. And just to make sure the city council got the message, 10-year-old David Tumaini, who is from the Congo, asked City Manager Tom Aspell to read out loud the quote on Tumaini's sign. Aspell read, \"The richest person in the world - in fact all the riches in the world - could not provide you with anything like the endless incredible loot available in your local library.\"

    Since funding for books and media was cut by 50% last year, and additional cut of this size is devastating. Cutting hours and staff just isn't enough to keep two buildings open. I know money is scarce, but priorities need to be set in the township. Westergard has 14,000 customers per month and circulated more material than some of the main libraries in the are. Call your council person and let them know how you feel.

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    In a report by Christine Koontz - a study of why libraries closed and what could be done to prevent the closings sited \"Neighborhood advocacy would help prevent closures...\"









    Auburndale, Mass. - \"It's a very community oriented library, it's a smaller space, so it's easy to keep your kids,\" Ellen Chu, a library volunteer.
    One year ago, the library was shuttered due to budget cuts.
    \"I was upset that such a valuable resource was not being used towards the community,\" Dina Goldin, a library volunteer.
    That is when a small group of volunteers started organizing. Their goal: to reopen the library.
    Their hard work paid off. The new Auburndale Community library opens Saturday June 13.
    \"Basically this came out of community activists who were heartbroken when the branch libraries were closed last year,\" Dana Hanson, Co-President Auburndale Community Library, Inc.
    Hanson's group formed a non-profit. They're paying the city of Newton $563 a month for access to the former library space and its 14,000 books.
    \"We're 100 percent operating on donations from both businesses and community members. And we're running on volunteer power,\" Hanson said.

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    Offer a tour, ask hem to give a tour
    Have teens give tours

    What ways do you know the pulse of your community?






    Wear and share promo items with library logo



    Invite customers to be in pictures







    Since January approximately 20 news articles and editorials have
    been written focusing on the viduring this economic downturn.










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    Front Line Library Advocacy - Presentation Transcript

    1. You Can Save Our Libraries Photo by Phillybits
    2. Will close one week due to citywide budget cuts.
    3. \"Libraries rely on public dollars, and we know there are less public dollars.\" -Sari Feldman, vice president of the Public Library Association and executive director of the Cuyahoga County Public Library in Ohio. Photo by Phillybits
    4. Libraries need saving? Libraries need
    5. \"DENVER: One library will close and the six others in the city will shut down at least one more day each week as officials find ways to balance the budget in these tough economic times.” Denver, Colorado -http://www.examiner.com/
    6. Budget Cuts Force Arizona State Library To Close Archives Norman Oder -- Library Journal, 3/5/2009 • Nearly 75% budget reduction • Loss of ten staffers • Building will be open by appointment In a decision that has drawn deep concern from the public, the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records has closed regular public access to the $38 million Polly Rosenbaum State Archives and History Building, which opened last fall and was dedicated in mid-January, according to the Arizona Republic. May, 2009 Library Journal
    7. • Troy, N.Y., is closing two of three branches today because the budget has been cut 16% to $669,000 this year, says Paul Hicok, executive director of the Troy Public Library. Its circulation of borrowed materials increased 16% last year. • Muncie, Ind., is closing three of five branches, says library director Ginny Nilles. Its $4.8 million annual budget is facing a cut of $2 million over two years. Circulation increased 7% last year. • In Philadelphia, Mayor Michael Nutter planned to close 11 of the city's 54 libraries this month to save $8 million, but a judge ruled he did not have the authority. Nutter is appealing. The branches remain open, but their hours will be reduced. • Phoenix faces a 27% cut in its $40.6 million budget that would reduce hours at its 15 branches from 72 hours a week to 48 and eliminate some children and adult reading programs, says city librarian Toni Garvey. The number of visitors increased 8% in 2008. • Darby, Pa., expects to close its only library — the oldest continuously operating free public library in Pennsylvania and believed to be the oldest in the nation — next year. SOURCE: USA TODAY Photo by Phillybits
    8. FY2009 Budget Cuts, Closing the Library, Furloughs, etc. Massachusetts SOURCE: mblc.state.ma.us Planned furloughs will help Fairfield save $300K this summer Town offices and branches of the Fairfield Library will shut down three Fridays this summer to save money. Read full story from Fairfield Citizen-News Library Budget Cuts Almost Certain An employee wage freeze starting in 2010, Sunday hours eliminated at all locations in the fall of 2009, reducing the budget for materials an additional $150,000 ... Sound drastic? That's the current plan for the newest budget suggested by members of Youngstown and Mahoning County's Library Board. \"Those are things that are referenced this year and those are things that actually need to happen,\" said Carlton Sears, Executive Director of Youngstown and Mahoning County's Libraries. Ohio, 5/29/09 SOURCE: WYTV.com Library fears budget cuts would be 16 Pajaro Valley Libraries On crippling Chopping Block by Margaret Teich, Chronicle Reporter Sixteen elementary school libraries in Pajaro Valley will close their 06/04/2009 Patrons use the library to job hunt, among other things. Officials libraries when classes take their summer break starting Friday. say that even during the Great Depression, the Library stayed open for 12 hours every day. Budget woes may close Boulder library branch City leaders grappling to cut millions from overall spending
    9. Boston Source: Boston.com
    10. New Jersey
    11. New Jersey Towns fill budget gaps with surplus library funds Budget cuts to East Brunswick library will cost patrons Towns scrambling to plug budget holes are dipping into Source: The Star-Ledger April 23, 2009 a new well: their libraries’ surplus funds. Under a state law passed a year ago, they are asking municipal libraries to sign over part of their surpluses to ease the property tax burden at a time when library use is burgeoning. Source: NorthJersey.com 5/22/09 “Facing $300K in budget cuts, trustees may be forced to close Piscataway library branch In the face of a nearly $300,000 budget cut from the township libraries' funding, members of the Piscataway Public Library Board of Trustees announced at Tuesday's council meeting...” Source: Topix.com Thursday May 7
    12. New Jersey
    13. You can help.
    14. “Despite surviving the Great Depression and several wars, the Winthrop Public Library faces closure amid current economic times.”
    15. ***** THANK YOU ***** The citizens of Winthrop have spoken: Winthrop Public Library will be fully funded for Fiscal Year 2010. This means the library will stay open and accredited, offer more hours and better service to the public, buy new books and media that are available to all, and receive state aid to stretch our local tax dollars. SOURCE: www.winthropfriends.com/
    16. Library supporters argue against Wake budget cuts June 2, 2009 - RALEIGH, N.C. — Library supporters on Monday asked Wake County commissioners not to turn the page on local libraries because of a tight budget. County Manager David Cooke has proposed a $953 million budget for the 2009-10 fiscal year, which starts in July. The budget holds the line on taxes and would cut spending by $31 million to keep pace with declining revenue during the recession.
    17. \"Obviously, when push comes to shove city governments facing budget cuts \"will protect city services considered more vital to the safety of the community.\" - Chris Hoene, director of policy and research at the National League of Cities
    18. No it’s not.
    19. As a Philly girl, I’m also sad about this. But Mayor Nutter is an incredible man with a very difficult job. He and all his senior staff took across the board pay cuts. Most of the municipal workers aside from police and fire are going on 5 days of forced furlough per year. City pools won’t open this summer. The art museum is taking huge cuts. He did his best to spread the pain. It’s ugly, but it’s what’s coming. Let’s hope the private sector steps in… a post from “http://www.smartbitchestrashybooks.com”
    20. NOT!
    21. Photo by Phillybits
    22. Photo by Phillybits
    23. Photo by Phillybits
    24. You Can Change the Outcome Photo by Phillybits
    25. When legislation in NJ came up calling for a cut in the third of a mil phone calls and letters on capwiz saved the day!
    26. Why you?
    27. You are enthusiastic and positive Let library users and supporters know they can make a difference. Make a point of thanking them for their contributions.
    28. Five ways You can grow a champion.
    29. 1. Effective Advocacy requires an understanding of the community values
    30. Know the pulse of your community and share with non-front line staff.
    31. 2. Effective advocacy grows as one’s consciousness expands
    32. Know what your library offers and inform customers about new services, programs, policies ...
    33. 3. Effective advocacy begins with positive feelings or memories.
    34. Be excellent. Your interaction with customers creates the experience they will remember.
    35. 4. Effective advocacy confirms and promotes the identity or image of an organization
    36. Wear and share promotional items with library logo.
    37. 5. Effective advocacy is shared through compelling stories
    38. Story Bank Ask customers to share their story: In person to council, community group, reporters. With letter to council, mayor or editor.
    39. Invite customers to be in pictures
    40. Ask if you can share their success stories.
    41. Invite local businesses to partner
    42. Ask them to: • Call the mayor and council • Write a letter • Go to NJLA site and use capwiz • Be part of storybank
    43. Know the facts A survey of New Jersey residents completed in June 2007 revealed: - 83% say funding public libraries is a good investment of public dollars. - 71% believe that a public library is an essential service for the community- not a cultural amenity. - 95% say public libraries help people learn new things no matter what their age. -57% say more local money must be invested in public libraries. 85% had used a public library within the past twelve months. See the detail survey results at http://www.njla.org/ librariesmatter.pdf
    44. In Just One Day • 161,367 people walked through the doors of New Jersey libraries. • 156,793 books, movies and more were borrowed from New Jersey libraries. • 27,742 people used computers at New Jersey libraries. • 18,537 questions were answered at New Jersey libraries. • 1,245 people got employment help at New Jersey libraries. • 1,241 programs were offered at New Jersey libraries. • 984 people learned computer skills at New Jersey libraries.
    45. Educate yourself about issues http://www.ala.org/ala/issuesadvocacy/advocacy/advocacyuniversity/additup/index.cfm
    46. Know your library’s sound bites Does the public, the press and this budget view libraries as a critical service in the recession? The press says yes! Libraries have become an economic lifeline to New Jersey residents! The public says yes! They are voting with their feet in the surging use of libraries to look for work, learn computer skills, and get free services for the whole family. The budget says no! The cumulative reductions for library programs from FY09 to FY10 (including midyear cuts) are $1,956,000 or a 12% reduction from last year. When added to cuts already taken in the FY08 and FY09 budgets, library programs have been reduced by 21% in the last three years or over $3,648,000. These are dramatic cuts in services that directly impact the public. Source: http://www.njla.org/statements/statebudget.pdf
    47. Have “big picture” messages
    48. The Library is transformational
    49. The Library is Relevant in the 21st Century
    50. Passionate library staff members are making a difference in the community
    51. The library is a vital part of the community’s infrastructure
    52. Supporting the library is a tough but essential tax choices
    53. The library is a place of unlimited resources and inspiration
    54. Life without the library
    55. The New Library is your library
    56. In the Foothills: A Not-Quite-Summit on the Future of Libraries The Library: -provides the opportunity for personal enlightenment. -encourages the love of learning. -empowers people to fulfill their civic duty. -facilitates human connections. -preserves and provides materials. expands capacity for creative expression. -inspires and perpetuates hope.
    57. Making champions 30 seconds at a time

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