Library staff urge more hours, accountability and Chromebook policy changes during National Library Week recognition

Apr 21, 2026

During a board recognition of National Library Week, library technicians and librarians described staffing shortages, uneven school-level funding, Chromebook damage costs, and urged the district to restore library hours and consider accountability or fee policies for damaged devices.

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The Elk Grove Unified School District board adopted Resolution No. 74 recognizing April 2026 as National Library Week after hearing multiple public comments from library staff and technicians who urged increased staffing and clearer district policies on student-issued Chromebooks.

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