Approval of Library
Budget Changes to
Expand Hours &
Service
Item 11A
8/24/22
Background
2020
• Curbside Service at Main, Pico, and Montana
2021
• Main Library indoor service (June)
• Ocean Park Branch self-service (July)
• Pico Branch indoor service (December)
2022
• Montana Ave. Branch indoor service (March)
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the FY 2022-23 budget and position changes described in the Financial Impact and Budget Action section and Attachment A of this report to provide support for the expansion of library operating hours.
New Library Hours
Enhancements
38% increase in hours from
Current Library Operations
From 84 hrs. to 116 hrs. per week
Main and Branch locations will
have evening hours
Enhancements
Two branch locations will be open
every Saturday
Study room spaces at Pico available on
Saturdays
All five library locations will be available to
the public at varying times
Enhancements
Additional activation of (outdoor) spaces
and seating
Increased access to collections, materials
and computers
Increase programming for youth, families,
and older adults
THANK YOU!