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r RESOLUTION NO, 2044 , WHEREAS, the Statewide Library Development Program of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission is dedicated to meeting the library needs of all Texans; and, WHEREAS, the Statewide Library Development Program implemented through a structure of ten regional systems provides ample latitude for regional and local autonomy in addressing the diverse needs of citizens throughout the state; and, WHEREAS, the citizens of Paris, Texas receive direct benefit from the regional and statewide program of service in the following manner: 1. Books and audio - visual media bought for our local library; 2. Superior discount negotiated with library wholesalers to make local funds for library materials buy more than is otherwise possible; 3. Interlibrary loan service, which brings the library resources of Texas to our local citi- zens; 4. Free one -day workshops in locations close to home to keen our local library staff educated in their occupation and able to provide better service; 5. Expert counseling to bring knowledge and experi- ence to our local Library Director beyond the capacity of one individual working in isolation; 6. Grants for special studies beyond the capa- bilities of the local government body to finance in full; 7. A network of contacts with professional librarians to share expertise and to keep the local Director informed on happenings and issues of importance; 8. Use of a large motion picture library, which the local library could never hope to acquire on its own; 9. A telephone credit card which enables librarians in Northeast Texas to stay in close communication with each other as necessary; 10. A books -by -mail service for the homebound and isolated citizens in our community who would otherwise be unable to take advantage of library service as provided by the local library; and, WHEREAS, the current level of state aid to public li- braries in Texas is 16G per capita, ranking Texas 34th nationally; NOW, THEREFORE, 29