The Tonganoxie Mirror featured an article about the Tonganoxie Public Library’s innovative decision to dedicate several computers for use by job seekers. In the article, director Royce Kitts asks for volunteers to help job seekers use the computers, too: “Right now we are looking for volunteers in the community who are willing to come in for an hour or two a week and be available to help people who might not have the computer skills needed in the new computerized job-hunting environment.” Royce also shared the story of the Job Bank in the State Library of Kansas Newsletter.
Many libraries are struggling to keep up with the demands of a tough economy. What innovative approaches has your library found effective?
Brenda Hough is the Continuing Education Consultant at NEKLS. You can reach her by email (bhough (at) nekls.org), phone, or on several instant messaging platforms (look Brenda up by her email address). Visit the 
