Just for reference on the Bookmobile: The project originated in the Whittier NRP Plan. We began implementation in 1992. I was a volunteer at that time and did not work for NRP. I worked on implementing this project. The neighborhood contributed $120,000 of its NRP funds for the purchase and construction of the vehicle. The Library Board provided the remaining funds. I don't remember the exact total but I think the total cost was close to $400,000. That was in 1992. In 1996 Prospect Park contributed $19,868 toward books and other materials for the bookmobile. I have no idea what on-going operating costs were for this vehicle.
The circulation route for the bookmobile was intended to reach those populations who did not have easy access to a library in a building. Senior and public housing hi-rises, parks, schools and day cares were the primary circulator routes when the bookmobile first started rolling on the street. I used to meet with the library folks every six months or so and we could evaluate all the stops and ensure they were utilized and change them if they weren't being used. There were also stops added on a regular basis because of interest. The staff that worked on the bookmobile were incredibly dedicated to its success. I think the bookmobile is a great library service. I hope that the library found the bookmobile a valuable service to its constituents and will work hard to find the resources to replace it. Barb Lickness Whittier "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." -- Margaret Mead REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
