Mr. Dunham also presented the latest master plan packet to Council Members for review. Mr. Hilliard reported there has been a steady increase in use of the Library since it became a part of City facilities in 1987. There were 140,000 uses last year in the Library. Use is now leveling off since the opening of the new facility in 1996. There has been a significant increase in Internet services.
Future goals are to add children's programs to encourage children to read and study independently.
The Library Board would like to increase resources for the highest uses of the Library. They would also like to increase the number of hours the Library is open and hire a part-time person primarily for the children's area. Planning Commission minutes of December 21, 2000. Memo from Planning Director Ullian regarding downtown zoning. Mr. Lehman said it was his understanding the Legislature has passed a law deregulating electricity this October for businesses.