Laserfiche WebLink
Joining these associations will provide Tim and the Paris Public Library with <br />access to information, topics, and new ideas that are happening in libraries. <br />Board Comments: <br />a. There was a discussion regarding the various options for a -book download <br />programs that the library has the option to participate in. Currently, the <br />library buys in to the Overdrive program, which works as a type of time- <br />share, with other libraries that purchase the package. Paris Public Library is in <br />a group with 68 other libraries, with a $3,000 involvement agreement to <br />purchase books off of this platform. Overdrive is affordable but can have a <br />long wait for the books. Hoopla is a different platform, which Tim has <br />previous experience with and works as a pay-as-you-go plan. There is no wait <br />time for books on this platform, but it can be more expensive, if too many <br />patrons check out an abundance of books. <br />Tim provided this information to the board for discussion. He noted that he <br />doesn't see the library changing platforms anytime soon, but it is something <br />to consider. DeEtte Cobb asked if Overdrive was a better option for Paris, to <br />which Tim replied that currently, it's a good option. Steve was interested in <br />doing a trial period of Hoopla, wanting to know if some of the Budget funds <br />could be reallocated to the cost of Hoopla and Tim said that was possible. <br />Tim noted that he liked Hoopla because patrons can access the exact titles <br />they want, without the wait. However, it could be a strain on the budget. <br />Steve wanted to know if the library could use both services and Tim said yes. <br />Eva Dickey asked how much money of the budget is allocated to digital <br />content, to which Tim replied 10%. Melanie Loughmiller proposed that <br />finding a way to provide Hoopla could be a goal for Tim. Steve also asked if <br />patrons could prepay for the service and when their personal credits for the <br />month ran out, they could either add more money to the account, or wait. <br />Tim said that he would look into it. <br />b. DeEtte Cobb asked for Tim to clarify how to get the public involved in the <br />library's digital offerings. Tim noted the library's website and Eva added that <br />the library's Facebook page has a lot of activity on it. It was noted that <br />patrons who are interested in digital content could find a variety of <br />information on the website or Facebook. <br />c. Myers asked if the circulation numbers have improved since the <br />implementation of the Kids Read Free program. Tim noted that it is too early <br />to tell because of the time people have to return books has not lapsed into <br />late fees. Linda Knox asked if the patrons had any comments regarding the <br />program and Tim said that most people are happy about the change. <br />