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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Findings and Recommendations 8 findings
F1
Page 57
The libraries in the County are under-utilized by the County school systems. Most schools have minimized or eliminated on-site libraries and librarians in favor of internet accessible computers. The internet does not offer the precision or definition available from a physical library. “Google can bring you 100,000 answers. A librarian can bring you the right one.” Neil Gaiman-English Author
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Page 58
The Library System in the County should investigate/recommend a method for establishing a bookmobile service. The BOS should support options to facilitate this service. (F1, F3, F6)
F2
Page 57
During the January 2018 “Community Visioning Forums” conducted by the County, support for libraries and museums was among the top areas prioritized by the attendees.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Page 58
If the voters approve an increase to the County sales tax, a portion of this funding should be earmarked for the libraries. (F2, F4)
F3
Page 57
It is difficult for school systems to arrange for, and finance, student/class trips to the library. 56
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Page 58
The Library System in the County should investigate/recommend a method for establishing a bookmobile service. The BOS should support options to facilitate this service. (F1, F3, F6)
F4
Page 58
Libraries are inadequately staffed and volunteers are needed to help fill the voids.
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R2
Page 58
If the voters approve an increase to the County sales tax, a portion of this funding should be earmarked for the libraries. (F2, F4)
F5
Page 58
Limited library accessibility (hours of operation) hampers usage by students and working adults.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Page 58
The libraries and museums need to expand hours of operation to increase accessibility and usage. (F5)
F6
Page 58
Several areas of the County (e.g., the communities on the northeast side of the Lake, Kelseyville, and Cobb Mountain communities) do not have reasonable access to brick and mortar libraries. Due to the remoteness of several areas of the County, a bookmobile service targeted at the primary schools (but also available to middle and high schools) would be a cost effective method of getting library services to the underserved students.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Page 58
The Library System in the County should investigate/recommend a method for establishing a bookmobile service. The BOS should support options to facilitate this service. (F1, F3, F6)
F7
Page 58
The museums are using creative ways (e.g., ‘Murder Mystery Dinners’, Weddings, etc.) that encourage residents to visit the museums, and in the process, enhance revenue. However, these measures do not address the underutilization of the museums by children and young adults.
Related Recommendations (2)
R4
Page 58
Creative and interactive programs should be established to encourage more participation of young people/students at the museums. (F7)
R5
Page 58
The libraries and museums need vigorous recruitment of young adults, retired educators and seniors to serve as volunteer staff. They should be tasked with the goal of creating programs directed at younger children. (F7)
F8
Page 58
There is inadequate publicity throughout the County on special exhibits and events offered by the museums.
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R6
Page 58
Increased publicity of Museum events should be funded and enacted. (F8) 57 Request for Responses: Pursuant to Penal Code section 933(c), the following responses are required: Board of Supervisors (R1, R2, R6) (90 days) Lake County Superintendent of Schools (R6) (60 days) The Grand Jury invites the following individuals to respond: Director of Lake County Museums (R3, R4, R5) (60 days) Director of Lake County Libraries (R3, R5) (60 days) 58