[Publib] Missing newspaper help

[Bruce Brigell]

Cynthia:

We solve this by ordering 2 copies of the major newspapers. One is kept
out for public consumption. A second copy is kept at the reference desk
for the current day, then moved to a locked closet. Patrons must leave a
card to view the 2nd copy. This way, when someone reports that a
section, article or whole paper is missing, we have another copy. 

Bruce Brigell
Skokie Public Library

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[mailto:publib-bounces at webjunction.org] On Behalf Of Dieden, Cynthia
Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 10:20 AM
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Subject: [Publib] Missing newspaper help


Hello- I am looking for ideas on how to cut down on theft of newspapers.
We do allow patrons to peruse the current and 3 months backfiles of
newspapers without staff intervention, although current newspapers are
in sight of several desk staff.  Any thoughts on how we could secure the
newspapers without cutting down on the availability (ah, yes, the age
old balancing act)?  I'm more concerned about the current issues than
the backfiles, but would be happy for any suggestions.    

Cynthia Dieden
Collection Specialist Librarian/Periodicals Supervisor
Mount Prospect Public Library
847-253-5675 ext. 3647
cdieden at mppl.org


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