Understanding New York’s library system structure
We consider the regional library systems and what they mean to the local libraries they serve.
Ensuring a ballot spot for library budget votes
Legislation approved unanimously in the state Legislature would lower the threshold to get library budgets before voters.
New York’s uneven school library landscape
Legislation kicking around the Capitol would codify minimum school library standards, including staff and equipment.
New governor, same funding fight for libraries
The New York Library Association calls for a drastic increase in capital funding for facilities across the state.
December 16, 2019: Library funding and needs
Libraries play a key role in the communities they serve. We discussed the latest issues impacting these community resources with the Executive Director of the New York Library Association, Jeremy Johannesen.
Materials in school libraries are targeted in culture war
Members of the New York Library Association discuss age-appropriate materials in school libraries, including how they're chosen.
Libraries take on range of services despite stagnant state funds
We talk about literacy services at libraries, their funding needs, and protecting the autonomy of school librarians.
Libraries look to meet the digital demands of patrons
At the end of 2021, Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed a bill that would strengthen the ability of libraries to license e-books.
Media literacy campaign eyes education in schools
A media literacy advocacy coalition is pushing legislation for the 2022 session that would update school curricula.
State funding for libraries remains well below statutory requirements
April 26, 2021 - New York Library Association Executive Director Jeremy Johannesen discusses the funding in the budget for the state's public libraries, which have been underfunded for more than a decade and are still getting less than
