I believe that $ for $, public libraries provide the absolute best value for your tax money ever. It seems that at least 2.8 million of other Americans agree with me.
Below is the introduction to "2010 How Libraries Stack Up":
In America we go to libraries to find jobs, create new careers and help grow our small businesses. We borrow books, journals, music and movies. We learn to use the latest technology. We get the tools and information needed to reenter the workforce. We get our questions answered, engage in civic activities, meet with friends and co-workers and improve our skills at one of the 16,600 U.S. public libraries. Every day, our public libraries deliver millions of dollars in resources and support that meet the critical needs of our communities.
A few key statistics:
More people visit libraries than go to the movies or sporting event.
Every day American libraries deliver almost as many materials as Federal Express does.
Public libraries provide more free Wi-Fi hot points than Starbucks!
For the 2010 How Libraries Stack Up flyer from OCLC, click here.
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