The Long Beach library, which opened in 2019, cost $48 million. Last week, they transitioned to purely to-go services for at least the next four weeks due to security concerns among staff members.
Billie Jean King Library in Long Beach has switched to only to-go services for an unspecified an amount of time due to security concerns among staff members.
"Billie Jean King Main Library has extended its To-Go Service operations model as we continue to address staffing levels and specialized training to ensure a safe and welcoming library for all patrons and staff. Thank you for your patience and understanding," the library said on its website. The library has reportedly had several situations where individuals have had a mental crises on property, some of which have required a police response.
Patrons are still able to pickup books and return them via to-go services, but anyone wishing to relax and take in all the library has to offer will have to wait.
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