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LISTEN: Librarians Concerned About Possible Changes to IMLS

In this episode, Matt talks to Library Director Marie Lejeune and Patron Services Supervisor Katherine Parker from the Rochester Public Library about potential funding changes to IMLS and their impact on various services— including audiobooks, a service that is widely used in Rochester. In 2024 alone, 895 users accessed audiobooks, totaling nearly 13,000 checkouts. With digital resources like eBooks (8,202 checkouts) and magazines (2,502 checkouts) also in high demand, the conversation explores how potential funding changes could affect access to vital library services.

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