We used the money to upgrade our computer station tables. We had a designer help us make two pods of six computers in a hexagon shape back in March. Then, this May, we had an additional six tables installed for four computers, a station between the printers for paperwork, and a tall catalog computer table. This new upgrade has allowed us to provide computer access with more personal space, privacy, and sturdier tables. We had placed our catalog computer on a box to give it standing height, so getting a table designed for it has been amazing. We also took the opportunity to upgrade our cord management and used the old tables to upgrade some of our seating around the library with tables that have plugs available. This is a project we’ve been wanting to do for years, but never had the funds to do it, so we greatly appreciate this gift.
This has been a quality-of-life upgrade that had ripple effects in several areas. We have two patrons, in particular, who have really appreciated the new setup, since it allows them more elbow room and more privacy from those around. We’ve noticed less confusion about the computers, as well, since implementing the new tables. With this change of tables, we also had the opportunity to get a second copier from another department, so the new setup in May corresponded with an increase in service. We were able to design the copier area with the new copier in mind and implemented the change all at once.
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