Library reports record usage and seeks space solutions
The library director told the council the library logged over 34,000 visits and more than 35,000 physical checkouts last year, is exceeding capacity for in-person programs, and is exploring temporary outdoor solutions and a fundraising feasibility study for a larger community space.
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The library director reported a busy year at the Nov. 3 Ely City Council meeting, saying the library recorded more than 34,000 entrances and roughly 35,406 physical material checkouts. "We were open 2,860 to the public... Between the physical materials we have and the, overdrive bridges that we subscribe to, we have over almost a 170,000 items for everyone to be able to use," the director said, listing in-person program attendance, streaming services and partner organizations as part of the library's offer.
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