Howe Community Library reports higher circulation, increased volunteer hours and new hours policy

Dec 2, 2024

Librarian Tori Strickland told the council that the library was re-accredited through August 2025, circulated nearly 2,000 more items year over year despite fewer in-person visits, recorded 153 volunteers for 325 hours, and will no longer be open on Saturdays.

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Tori Strickland, the Howe librarian, presented the library’s annual report to the City Council and highlighted several trends and operational changes.

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