Library Services Director’s Report and Updates on Library Services

Summary

This item presents the Orange Public Library's (OPL) "Statistics at a Glance" report for December 2025, alongside a general update on library services from the Library Services Director. The report highlights key performance metrics:

• Library Visits: 18,921 in Dec '25, a decrease from 22,771 in Nov '25 and 22,530 in Dec '24.
• Library Cards Issued: 310 in Dec '25, a decrease from 467 in Nov '25 and 601 in Dec '24.
• Website Visits: 55,716 in Dec '25, a decrease from 63,091 in Nov '25 but an increase from 55,059 in Dec '24.
• Public Computer Sessions: 1,879 in Dec '25, a decrease from 2,243 in Nov '25 and 1,956 in Dec '24.
• Items Borrowed: 24,083 in Dec '25, a significant decrease from 35,541 in Nov '25 and 25,941 in Dec '24.
• Items Downloaded: 6,137 in Dec '25, an increase from 6,031 in Nov '25 and 5,982 in Dec '24.
• Number of Programs: 22 in Dec '25, a decrease from 25 in Nov '25 and 26 in Dec '24.
• Program Attendees: 797 in Dec '25, an increase from 672 in Nov '25 and 6278 in Dec '24.

Additionally, the report notes that all libraries will operate under new hours beginning January 20, 2025. The recommended action is to receive and file this report.

Citizen Impact

Residents can review library usage statistics, including decreases in physical visits and items borrowed in December 2025 compared to previous periods. New library operating hours will take effect in January 2025.

Confidence

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