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...that despite tight municipal budgets and cutbacks in state and federal aid, American public libraries are experiencing a spirited renaissance. From 1988 to 1989, 111 new library buildings went up around the country, the greatest number in one year since 1979. Many of these were underwritten by new bond issues, voter-initiated taxes and private donations. Borrowers and browsers are streaming into the nation's 15,215 public libraries. In 1987, 57% of the American public used such facilities, up from...
...revival knows no geographical boundaries. In 1985 Atlantans voted for a $38 million bond referendum that expanded the central library, constructed twelve new branches, started six modular libraries in public housing projects and bought $9 million in books. Washington State voters have gone to the polls at least nine times in the past five years to support bond issues aimed at renovating or building libraries. The budget for the New York Public Library soared from $60 million in 1981 to $127 million in 1989, thanks largely to government funds and the generosity of private donors. Even in oil-dependent Tulsa...
Another reason for the energetic revival of libraries is that as city budgets have shrunk, library administrators and staffers have become more aggressive advocates. Once satisfied to stamp books and shush noisy patrons, librarians now write grant proposals, chat up community leaders and campaign for bond issues. Image is important. In 1988 the Public Library Association named its first ever marketing director in an effort to improve "customer" relations. "We're mobilizing our constituency," explains P.L.A. president Sarah Long. "We're targeting areas for special services...
...Henry Hampton had difficulty lining up financial support for a sequel. Several corporations reportedly were uneasy about underwriting a series that would deal with more controversial material. Actually, Eyes II steers its way through the turbulent era with admirable calm and impartiality. The unfailingly judicious narration (spoken by Julian Bond) at times seems restrained to the point of timidity...
...bond hearing was waived until it is requested by the defense. Noriega, who gave his age as 51 although some records indicate he may be older, will be held without bond...