Stark library stopping non-resident library cards

[John F]

I received this email yesterday:

Hello,

We are reaching out to let you know that your Stark Library ecard account will expire at the end of this month. Due to increasing demand for digital resources for our in-state patrons, the high cost of digital materials, and reductions to funding for these resources, we are discontinuing our accounts for non-Ohio residents. We know these resources have been beneficial for those outside of Ohio who may not have local access, but at this time, we need to ensure we are meeting the needs of our Ohio constituents.

Your account will remain active through the end of the month.

We hope you have enjoyed access to Stark Library over the past year and that you continue to support local library resources in your area.

Thank you for your understanding,

Stark Library

[Paperbackstash]

I know, I've heard

This is my favorite library, so I'm bummed. I'm good toward the end of the year with being paid up. A big loss for me, especially with older and hard to find books.

[issybird]

There’s been a discussion in the library cards thread about the change at Stark:

https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sh...87#post4516687