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# Letter to the Editor – The Public Library
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/letters/
- Published: 2020-06-27T12:59:00.000Z
- Updated: 2024-12-11T23:48:20.000Z
- Description: Public Library Editor: Our public library — so valued for what a public library system offers: End
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Columns, Featured, News, Opinion, educational and entertaining, public library, video material, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2025-11-06 12:37

*Editor:*

Our public library — so valued for what a public library system offers: Endless books, periodicals and video material free to anyone within the library and to any city resident to borrow (as well as countless free educational and entertaining events) — has become dispensable, apparently. Due to the current crises in city funds, our libraries have been decided as not vital enough to keep intact. The value of a free library system seems integral to a well-rounded city and runs deep as an iconic environment and necessary service to many residents. Yes, it is a hard time for city budgets, but this is a shame.

*Stephanie Berman*