The summary discusses the fiscal challenges facing the James C. Kirkpatrick Library (JCKL) at maintaining its resources and services. It notes that the library's budget has not increased since 2006, placing UCM support for the library at historic lows. Rising serials inflation is eroding the library's purchasing power. The library has implemented cost-cutting measures like database and monograph budget cuts. Without additional funding in FY2010, further cuts may be necessary that could impact resources and services. The recommendations call for a 13% budget increase of $180,000 for materials and other targeted increases.