The Paris Independent
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December 9, 2023
COMMUNITY NEWS County of Brant Public Library: A Community's Love for Exceptional Services High cardholder percentage, frequent visits, and low operating costs demonstrate community’s appreciation for library services By Chris Whelan
and the benefits it brings.
The County of Brant Public Library is basking in the glow of community appreciation as recent statistics presented at a Council meeting have revealed remarkable achievements. The library boasts the highest percentage of cardholders among similar-sized communities in Ontario, along with a remarkable frequency of library visits, high circulation and program attendance, all while maintaining low operating costs per user. This outstanding success is a testament to the dedicated library staff and a community that wholeheartedly embraces the services provided.
In addition to the substantial number of cardholders, the County of Brant Public Library has also achieved an impressive frequency of visits. The community's enthusiasm and commitment to utilizing the library's resources are reflected in the statistics, with residents making frequent visits to explore the wide range of materials and programs available. This high level of engagement demonstrates the library's ability to Encouraging residents to cater to the diverse interests and experience the wonders of the needs of its patrons. library firsthand, we urge those without a County of Brant Public Moreover, the library's circulation Library card to visit their nearest and program attendance records branch. With 25,000 local continue to soar. The library's cardholders already benefiting extensive collection, which from the library's offerings, it is includes books, e-books, evident that the community's love audiobooks, DVDs, and more, has for the library is well-founded. By captured the imaginations of obtaining a library card, readers throughout the County of individuals can unlock a world of Brant. The popularity of the knowledge, entertainment, and library's programs and events community engagement that further emphasizes its ability to awaits them within the library's connect with the community, walls. So, visit your local branch foster lifelong learning, and today and discover why the promote a sense of togetherness. County of Brant Public Library is the pride of the community. While achieving such remarkable success, the County of Brant Public Library has managed to
During the Council meeting, it became evident that the County of Brant Public Library has created an irreplaceable space that has captured the hearts of its local residents. With the highest percentage of cardholders in comparison to other communities of similar size, the library has become an essential part of countless lives. The growing number of cardholders, which currently stands at an impressive 25,000, signifies the community's recognition of the library's value
keep its operating costs per user impressively low. This achievement is a testament to the library's efficient management, dedication to financial responsibility, and strategic allocation of resources. The library's commitment to providing exceptional services while being mindful of financial constraints is commendable and highlights its ability to maximize the value it brings to the community.
