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Commerce library reports 116,619 checkouts and new programs for 2026

City Council of the City of Commerce · January 13, 2026
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Library Director Sonia Bautista told council the Commerce library system logged 116,619 total checkouts across branches last year, served more than 35,000 cardholders, and will offer expanded tax services and a "Commerce Now" storytelling project in 2026.

Sonia Bautista, Director of Library Services, told the City of Commerce City Council on Jan. 13 that the library system recorded substantial usage and program participation in the last fiscal year and previewed plans for 2026.

Bautista reported systemwide totals that included 3,692 open hours across four branches (Bridal, Veterans and Rosewood included; one learning center had not opened…

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