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Friends of the Carson City Library describe Browser’s Corner operations and $65,000 donation; trustees discuss coordination
Summary
Friends of the Carson City Library reported proceeds and volunteer activities at Browser’s Corner, and trustees and staff discussed how to improve coordination when library staff collect donated books for programs.
Trustee Markle, who said she is president of the Friends of the Carson City Library, told the Carson City Library Board of Trustees that the Friends’ used-book shop, Browser’s Corner, is an active volunteer-run operation that donates most proceeds to the library. "The last one, just this past month was for $65,000 — this is the proceeds from the used bookstore, over the past year," Markle said.
Why it matters: The Friends’ revenue funds library programs and materials the city budget does not cover. Trustees said clearer communications between library staff and Browser’s Corner volunteers could reduce friction when staff collect books for events such as the summer reading giveaway.
The Friends’ operation and donations Trustee Markle…
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