Lawrence Public Library Deputy Director, Kathleen Morgan, provided an update on library activities and services. The library has recently completed a community survey asking citizens to share their wishes and expectations for the library. They got a great response, learning that people were interested in programing that provided creative engagement, more seating and safety concerns. The bus exchange space across the street has impacted on the library and positive steps have been taken to manage library property. And agreement with the city permits the library to manage the green space adjacent to the building and security staff has been increased. Kathleen said the changes have had good results and that library property is quite safe. She also spoke about popular programs and services like the DYI Memory Lab where personal photos, tapes and scrapbooks may be digitalized, adult services for retirees, summer reading, and convenient book lockers situated through out the city. A recent fund raiser will make it possible to construct a stage for the green space. The library has a very successful foundation and friends group, with city tax dollars providing the major support for the library.
