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Library plans migration to state‑compatible system to restore Libby access and boost patron services
Summary
Library staff told council the local library needs to upgrade from TinyCat to a state‑compatible system (approx. $1,000/year) to achieve certification and enable Libby/OverDrive access; startup data‑entry costs were discussed and staff said grants or the library nonprofit could cover initial costs.
The library representative reported steps toward state certification and a technology upgrade that would allow patrons access to Libby/OverDrive. The library currently runs TinyCat at about $300 per year but state certification requires a different integrated library system. The presenter said the migration plan would use Cohee (state‑compatible system) at roughly $1,000 per year and described an initial data‑entry startup cost estimated at about $0.08 per book.
Staff reported the library’s patron‑audit showed 256 active patrons after cleaning historical records; the library holds roughly 10,000 items and expects the Cohee migration to simplify cataloging and statewide sharing. The library director said she could pursue grants or use funds raised through non‑city fundraising to cover startup costs, and asked the council to consider a $1,000 annual line in the city budget as a fallback if needed.
Council members encouraged the library to bring a budget request if needed and to coordinate with Michelle on budget timing. The presenter said the library would continue working with neighboring libraries and the state to limit startup costs by piggybacking on existing catalog records where possible.
