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Commission hears update on Baker & Taylor exit; library onboarding Ingram and adjusting collection plans
Pleasanton Library Commission · December 5, 2025
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Summary
Commissioners asked about Baker & Taylor ceasing operations; staff said the library has a new vendor (Ingram), is shifting toward purchases over leasing amid a reduced collection budget, and will include vendor impacts in future budget/collection reports.
Commissioners raised concerns about the recent industry disruption after Baker & Taylor reduced operations and the effects on the library’s ability to order and circulate new materials.
A commissioner asked how Baker & Taylor’s exit would affect Pleasanton’s collections and whether rental models would…
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