CPC administrative staff had recently received a proposal for the replacement of the 10-year-old server in the amount of $65,000--an amount that is daunting, to say the least, in light of the current economic crunch we all find ourselves in. Unlike other governmental agencies, libraries do not have large contingency funds. With the help of the automation vendor working with the regional technology coordinator, the check-in/check-out function has been restored. Unfortunately at this time, the server does not have the capacity to handle the more complex functions such as the on-line catalog and the reserve book function. Consultation with other sources for a "band-aid" fix are on-going. The budget requests for fiscal year 2009-2010 include monies for the replacement of the server. Please be assured that the library staff and administration want this problem resolved as much as our users do. In the meantime, staff can help you locate materials on staff computers, and you can rediscover the joys of browsing--you might just find that best seller you've been wanting waiting for you on the new book shelf!
We thank you for your patience and understanding and, of course, donations will be accepted and appreciated!
Jackie Beach, Director
CPC Regional Library
