The people who use the Library are very satisfied with the staff, services, and materials offered. Patrons are drawn from the rural areas as well as the City. There are over 4,100 patrons with library cards. There were 23,323 visitors to the library in 1997. The staff does an excellent job of satisfying patrons.
Staff does an excellent job of utilizing volunteers.
The Library has a strong children's program. Materials and services are offered to patrons of all ages. Reference materials are used by students of all ages. Magazines, current best sellers, a strong history section, large print books, videos, etc. are heavily used by adults. The Library compliments the Baker and school libraries rather than competes with them.