The document outlines a campaign launched by Ohio libraries to save funding from proposed state budget cuts. Chapter 1 provides background on Ohio public libraries. Chapter 2 describes proposed cuts of $227 million. Chapter 3 details how libraries mobilized patrons to contact legislators through signs, emails, website messages. Chapter 4 discusses Cleveland Public Library's efforts. The campaign was ultimately successful in avoiding deeper cuts and improving library-legislator relationships, with many local levies passing.
2. “ You never let a serious crisis go to waste. And what I mean by that it's an opportunity to do things you think you could not do before.” Rahm Emanuel
Contraction/expansion – Lessons from history Map of branch locations throughout our history No Q&A – save for Restructuring
What have we done? Savings produced. (Sandy)
Contraction/expansion – Lessons from history Map of branch locations throughout our history No Q&A – save for Restructuring
Hold onto the savings we have achieved. Combine this section with Sandy’s financials.
Contraction/expansion – Lessons from history Map of branch locations throughout our history No Q&A – save for Restructuring
Contraction/expansion – Lessons from history Map of branch locations throughout our history No Q&A – save for Restructuring
Our 2010 future as it looks today: Labor contract finalized Restructuring – explorations and implementation of strategic priorities Downsizing by attrition/retirements Strategic Planning: Building infrastructure & an official Strategic Plan