- Pierce County Library System Board discusses 2022 work plan and other issues - 1/7/2022
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss the Library System’s 2022 work plan and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 3:30 p.m.
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The Library’s 2022 strategic work plan highlights work in the Library’s three focus areas: learning, enjoyment and community. As the world continues to live and work during the COVID-19 pandemic and external circumstances, the Library System intends to center its work on its fundamental purpose to provide reasonable and fair access to information. Public libraries are central in a democracy by supporting an individual’s access to the information they seek and the privacy to explore that information, form opinions and reach conclusions or decisions.
Projects on tap for 2022 include exploring innovative ways to deliver library services such as lockers and mini libraries in retail outlets; launching a new reading program called Enjoy BOOKS!, featuring Try 10 to read, which encourages people to read new genres, authors and expand their reading interests; improving the Library’s offerings of books and materials in a variety of languages; and completing its expansion of Wi-Fi in nearly all of its libraries, which will extend Wi-Fi into its parking lots and improve internet connectivity for the public.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/about-us/board-trustees/board-agenda-packets/Default.htm
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 634,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Library Board conducts final public hearing for 2022 budget - 12/1/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will conduct its second and final public hearing on its 2022 proposed budget and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 3:30 p.m.
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- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
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The Library System projects a $42.9 million budget to serve the county, which is a $3.5 million increase from the 2021 budget. The primary increase shows the Library System moving toward full service as well as monies to cover costs from inflation. Other increased costs include continued safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and serving the public safely with curbside pickup of books, movies and other materials.
2022 marks the third year of operating under the Library’s levy sustainable plan, which resulted from the voter-approved reauthorized levy in 2018. The plan created a multi-year funding cycle to provide stable funding to deliver valued library services through 2029.
In the current funding cycle, which includes 2022, the Library System is receiving more revenue than it is spending. Following the levy sustainable plan, the Library plans to save the unspent funds for future years, when costs to operate the Library System are projected to be higher than revenues.
Another component of the proposed budget shows 2022 as the third year the Library System does not plan to charge fines on overdue books and materials. In March 2020, the Library System stopped charging fines to help reduce further economic burdens brought on by the economic crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/about-us/board-trustees/Default.htm
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Board conducts first public hearing for 2022 budget - 11/5/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will conduct its first public hearing on its 2022 proposed budget, discuss recruitment for a new executive director, and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 3:30 p.m.
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- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
- Zoom with a Zoom account from a web browser or an app:
https://zoom.us/j/97760527787?pwd=T1VGT0ZvbEhhRWVmSXdOTEFwQndrQT09
Public hearing 2022 budget. The Board will conduct its first of two public hearings on the 2022 budget, which the Library System projects to include $44.4 million in revenue, of which $42.6 million is budgeted for services, operations and capital investments. 2022 marks the third year of operating under the Library’s levy sustainable plan, which resulted from the voter-approved reauthorized levy in 2018. The plan created a multi-year funding cycle to provide stable funding to deliver valued library services through 2029. In the current funding cycle, the Library System is receiving more revenue than it is spending. The Library is saving the unspent funds for future years, when costs to operate the Library System are projected to be higher than revenues.
Another component of the proposed budget shows 2022 as the third year the Library System does not plan to charge fines on overdue books and materials. In March 2020, the Library System stopped charging fines to help reduce further economic burdens brought on by the economic crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Executive Director Recruitment. The Board of Trustees members are working with Bradbury Miller Associates, an executive search firm, to recruit a new executive director. The firm plans to conduct the nationwide recruitment through mid-January 2022, with a goal to select a new executive director in March 2022. In September 2021, the current Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax announced plans to retire. Lomax has served as the executive director for the Pierce County Library since 2014, and she plans to remain in the position until a new executive director comes on board.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-11102021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Library Board discusses 2022 work plan and director recruitment - 10/8/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss the Library’s 2022 work plan and budget, recruitment for a new executive director, and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 3:30 p.m.
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- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
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2022 work plan and budget. With the Library’s guiding principles to be financially sustainable and thoughtful stewards of the taxpayers’ investment in library services, the Board is reviewing the 2022 work plan and budget. In 2022, the Library’s Administrative Team recommends the Board return to its regular practice of certifying the highest lawful property tax levy, plus 1% more than the previous year as allowed by law. In 2021, the Library Board took a thoughtful step to help reduce economic burdens on Pierce County residents, by not taking all of the tax monies it could have received. Rather, the Board prepared a flat budget by levying property taxes at a lower amount than legally authorized from homeowners and other property owners. At the meeting, the Board will discuss their direction to Library managers to prepare the 2022 budget. In November, the Board will review the preliminary operating budget.
Executive Director Recruitment. At a Special Board meeting in September, the Board approved a motion to hire Bradbury Miller Associates to recruit a new executive director for the Pierce County Library. The executive search firm specializes in recruiting and hiring library directors. Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax announced earlier in September that she plans to retire the first part of 2022. Lomax has served as the executive director for Pierce County Library since 2014. Bradbury Miller Associates will conduct a nationwide search for the award-winning Pierce County Library.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-10132021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Board holds special meeting to recruit executive director - 9/23/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will conduct a special meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 29, at 10 a.m., to discuss recruiting a new executive director for the Library System.
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Earlier this month Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax announced her retirement. At this special board meeting, the Board plans to discuss and decide on how it will conduct a nationwide search to recruit a new executive director.
Lomax has been a library leader for 35 years and served as the executive director for the Pierce County Library since 2014. As the Pierce County Library’s executive director, Lomax developed a Strategic Framework based upon community needs and, with a voter-approved levy lid lift; she created stable funding for the 75-year-old library system. She also grew several services including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and created Voter Points of Assistance with the Pierce County Auditor’s Office.
Lomax will continue to serve as executive director until the next executive director arrives, which is anticipated to be the first part of 2022.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-agenda-20210929.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Library Board discusses work plan and budget for 2022 - 9/2/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss the Library's 2022 work plan and budget, review an update to its Communications with the Public policy, and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 3:30 p.m.
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- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
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2022 work plan and budget. The Board will begin discussions of how COVID-19, racial equity and other local and world factors may change the public’s use and expectations of libraries, and with that what library services might be needed most. The Board will consider and work to understand the changes that may be required of the Library to ensure it continues offering the services communities value, need and use. The Board will look at how the Library’s near- and long-term service priorities might need to change to respond to changing expectations of communities. The Board’s consideration and direction about these expectations will help Pierce County Library managers develop its work plan and budget for 2022.
Communication with the Public policy update. The Board will review proposed updates to the Communication with the Public policy. A primary change to the policy recommends adding a section to provide guidance and direction for staff communicating with the public. Another change proposes an increased description of the types of communications tools the Library uses. The board will review the proposed changes and may act to approve the updates at the September meeting, or provide revisions to the proposed changes and take action to approve the policy at its October Board meeting.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-09082021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Pierce County Library System’s Board discusses 2022 planning and more - 8/5/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss it 2022 budget and work plan and other issues at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 3:30 p.m.
Join the meeting by phone or online:
- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
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In planning for the 2022 budget and work plan, the Board will review the Library’s Strategic Framework, established in 2017, with significant input from the public. The framework guides the Library System in how it invests the public’s monies in top priority services, defined by the public. The framework includes three focus areas for library services in learning, enjoyment and community as well as core services the public can rely on as stable programs. Following the voter-approved 2018 levy to sustain funding for the Library System, in 2019 the Library System established strategic directions to serve communities more intentionally:
- Providing services for individuals and families who are asset limited or living with tight incomes. A United Ways of the Pacific Northwest’s report showed in Pierce County 12% (36,274 households) lived in poverty and 22% (66,503 households) were Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed (ALICE).
- Making capital investments in buildings and technology to meet the needs of growing and changing communities.
- Improving operational processes.
In planning for 2022, the Library System will continue to explore how the public’s use of and need for library services are changing during the pandemic and resulting economic impacts. The Library will continue to assess services to ensure it is offering valued and needed services to meet the community’s changing needs. At the board meeting, library leaders will begin a discussion with the Board of Trustees to learn how the Library’s near- and long-term service priorities might need to change to respond to Pierce County residents’ changing needs.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-08112021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from 822,000 books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Community leaders join the Library System’s Board of Trustees - 8/4/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Two community leaders are joining the Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees this summer. Neesha Patel, an Edgewood resident, and Abby Sloan, a University Place resident.
“Being part of the Board of Trustees is an exciting opportunity for me to further serve our communities. I am very impressed by the multifaceted service the Library provides to the community and how effectively it has evolved and adapted to the needs of the community,” said Patel. “The Pierce County Library is one of our most valuable and accessible resources in the county, and I look forward to helping support and guide this essential service.”
Patel is a volunteer with Tacoma Community House and works with underrepresented and marginalized populations to help them develop career skills and complete educational certifications. Patel’s career spanned many years teaching as a mathematics professor with several community colleges in the Puget Sound region.
“Joining the Board of Trustees during this time of tremendous change as the Library System reopens from the pandemic restrictions is a welcoming opportunity,” said Sloan. “The Library is the center of our community and brings people together around the passion of reading and the pursuit of knowledge and technology. I look forward to helping guide this valued community asset.”
Sloan is an elementary school principal with the Tacoma Public Schools. She’s a Board Member for the Pierce College Education Program, a co-project manager for community food banks, a volunteer with University Place Community Events Collaboration and participates in several other community volunteer activities.
The Library System is not a part of Pierce County government. By state law, Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier appointed the trustees, and the Pierce County Council ratified the appointments.
Other Library Board of Trustees include Pat Jenkins, chair; Jamilyn Penn, vice chair; and Daren Jones. Trustees are non-paid positions.
The five-member board governs the Library’s policy and fiscal direction. Trustees’ responsibilities include:
- Advocating for library services.
- Setting goals and directions.
- Approving budgets.
- Adopting policies.
- Planning for the future.
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from 822,000 books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Pierce County Library System’s Board discusses reopening libraries and more - 7/8/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss reopening libraries, upgrades to Bonney Lake and Graham Pierce County Libraries, and other issues at its Board meeting on Wednesday, July 14, 3:30 p.m.
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- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
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Reopening libraries with more in-building services. As of July 8, 12 of 18 full service Pierce County Libraries are open with more in-building services. People are ecstatic to now browse and check out books, movies and other materials and use computers and printers. By the end of July, all full service libraries will be open. Many people have been sharing how downloadable e-books and audiobooks and the Library’s curbside service have been lifesavers while they’ve been staying home. The public is very happy to be back in their Pierce County Libraries.
“I got a little teary when I walked in. This feels really good. I just like the smell. It’s so different than just picking books up curbside.” – Graham Pierce County Library customer
“Honey, I’m home!” – DuPont Pierce County Library customer
"I'm going to pop some champagne! This is the best news ever!" – Pierce County Library customer
Improvements to Bonney Lake and Graham Libraries. Upgrades to children, teen and adult spaces at Bonney Lake Library will help improve access to books and movies. The remodeling will allow for a better use the overall space for quiet reading and studying as well as noisier group activities. Updates at the Graham Library involve changes to the parking lot to align with the county’s nearby road improvements, which the Library System projects will improve access to the building.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-07142021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from 822,000 books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Library Board discusses reopening plans and more - 6/7/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will discuss reopening libraries with more services, a new service to learn about new books, the Pierce County Library Foundation’s fundraising progress, and other issues at its Board meeting on Wednesday, June 9, 3:30 p.m.
Join the meeting by phone or online:
- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
- Zoom with a Zoom account from a web browser or an app:
https://zoom.us/j/97760527787?pwd=T1VGT0ZvbEhhRWVmSXdOTEFwQndrQT09
Reopening libraries with more in-building services. In early June, the Library System plans to open three libraries with more in-building services, including browsing and checking out books, movies and other materials, picking up items on hold, and using computers, printing, copying, and faxing. Curbside pickup of books and other items will continue at 19 of 20 libraries. Staff has been dedicated to reopening libraries with more services safely. The buildings will offer updated technology as well as Plexiglas partitions and other structures to ensure social distancing. Staff looks forward to welcoming people back into buildings.
Wowbrary with new book information. People may get a weekly email and be the first to know about new books, movies and music at the Pierce County Library. The email message will let book, movie and music lovers know about the new material added every week to the Library System’s online catalog. The information will give people quick access to reserve and check out new items, including bestsellers. The library plans to launch the service this month.
Foundation fundraising progress. In 2020, the Pierce County Library Foundation celebrated 50 years of service to the Pierce County Library in thanks to the thousands of individuals and organizations that contributed to the foundation. The foundation recently conducted a fundraising feasibility study to learn about the foundation’s ability to raise funds for improve buildings, build new libraries, and grow support for increased and expanded library services. The foundation is now implementing the results from the study and advancing its philanthropic efforts to connect with donors, to support the important work and future success of the Library System.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-06092021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from 822,000 books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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