Answers Part 3

Continuing from Part 2

12-Any new technology like makerspaces, 3d printing, STEM labs, and media production areas?

        Yes, the main library has a makerspace, 3d  printer, media lab, vinyl printer, laser cutter, and a large format printer for things like blueprints. The libraries share an Oculus Rift that travels to the different branches. 

13-Is space an issue? Are there enough workstations? Patron stations? How about outlets or server closets?

        Space is a little tight and we have had to do heavy weeding to make more room. The patron computer stations are almost always full. We definitely need more. The patron carrels are a little large and smaller ones would allow us to offer more computer stations. There are enough outlets. 

14-Is there comfortable furniture for technology usage? Any ergonomically correct furniture? Any adaptable technology?

        Not really comfortable for laptops as the furniture is from the 90's. The staff stations are basic office furniture. There is some adaptable technology like a large letter keyboard with different colored keys. There is a bookscan station that will convert books, documents, and photos into PDF, JPEG, or Word files. There is a CCTV stations that can magnify print up to 70 times the original size.  

15-Enough wireless access points? Enough network outlets for wired internet access?

        Patrons have enough access points but staff need more. Staff cannot currently use WIFI on their phones in the breakroom. The IT department is going to add another router for the staff. 

16-Are there any AUP for computer usage? Any time limits on the computers or other devices?

        Yes, there is a AUP, Internet Access policy, Social Networking policy, and a Wireless Internet Access policy. Patrons use their library card number to sign into the computers and there is a two hour limit on computer station usage. They can get one two hour renewal. Chromebooks are the same with two hour limit and one two hour renewal.