Madera County Grand Jury
• 2011-2012
2011-2012 Madera County Grand Jury Final Report on Madera County Library System
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Findings and Recommendations 13 findings
F1
The Grand Jury found that all library facilities are County-owned except the Madera Ranchos branch.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The Grand Jury found that in addition to books and other reference materials, library patrons have access to: a. free usage of computers; b. free internet access; c. printing and copying; d. CDs and DVDs; and e. space for tutoring.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The Grand Jury found that three of the libraries have specially dedicated and designed stand-alone computers with numerous learning programs for young children.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
The Grand Jury found that the children’s summer reading program: a. is popular and well attended by 2 to 12 year old children; b. is educational; c. promotes reading; d. recognizes reading achievement; and e. offers fun activities based upon the chosen theme.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Grand Jury found that the libraries have increased utilization of volunteers.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
The Grand Jury found that SJVLS provides: a. home access to the data bases; b. the ability to borrow books and materials from any library that belongs to SJVLS; c. online access to the index of library books and materials; and d. the convenience of borrowing and returning books and materials to any library in the SJVLS.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The Grand Jury found that membership in SJVLS has an annual cost of $70,000.
No recommendations for this finding
F8
The Grand Jury found that the State has reduced and may eliminate all public library funding.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
The Grand Jury found that budget reductions impacted the libraries by: a. reducing staff; b. reducing public access hours; and c. eliminating funds for purchase of new books and periodical subscriptions.
No recommendations for this finding
F10
The Grand Jury found that the libraries are not currently able to provide the following services requested by the public: a. faxing; b. e books; and c. wireless internet access.
No recommendations for this finding
F11
The Grand Jury found that some of the libraries are not equipped with smoke detectors and a sprinkler system.
No recommendations for this finding
F12
The Grand Jury found that some of the libraries lack security, outdoor lighting, and alarms.
No recommendations for this finding
F13
The Grand Jury found that the current library administration: a. has restored some of the previously reduced hours of public access, with BoS approval; b. has implemented weekly meetings to increase staff communications; and c. is looking for ways to improve the appearance and functionality of the library facilities. Conclusions:
No recommendations for this finding
Conclusions 7
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CL1The Grand Jury concluded that without membership in SJVLS the library would be little more than a book repository with very few services to offer.
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CL2The Grand Jury concluded that the inadequate safety and security systems of the library facilities place the library, patrons, and County at risk.
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CL3The Grand Jury concluded that the library is successful in providing excellent learning opportunities for children.
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CL4The Grand Jury concluded that the Friends groups provide significant and vital support to the libraries.
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CL5The Grand Jury concluded that the libraries are evolving into a more service-oriented organization.
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CL6The Grand Jury concluded that the budget reductions have impacted the library’s ability to provide some technical and requested services to the public.
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CL7The Grand Jury concluded that the current library administration has brought positive and effective leadership to the library system.
No Responses Found 1
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