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Originally Posted by anamardoll
Well, I realize my "more taxes" isn't going to get passed, so I see your point, but even so I'm not really in favor of charging people who use the library. I see it as anathema to the point of a library (or as I see it) which is to grow the health of the community by offering information freely to those who couldn't not otherwise easily access it.
I think eReaders will very soon not be a luxury, and I think restricting eBooks to those who can pay even a minimal fee is not good for the health of the library.
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I want e-content to expand and not be sacrificed on the altar of expediency due to a budget crunch.
As I said earlier, no one would be denied. Reduced or no fees can easily be implemented for low income patrons.