Two LSTA Grant Applications Submitted

Every year, KPL submits applications to the state library for project funding. Past successful applications have provided money for outreach to our Latino community, Youth Services Developmental Kits, Computer Coding Camps for Kids, SHARE migration training, and Kenosha Connects hotspot/ Chromebook kits (launching shortly).
LSTA funds also allow us to purchase extra copies of electronic books.
This year, we have submitted three applications:
1. We will launch wireless printing at all county libraries. Patrons will be able to print wirelessly through their smartphones, and even from home. And we'll add signature pads for patrons to electronically sign their library applications. ($9,040)
2. We will move forward with our partnership with Kenosha Community Media to create a Digital Media Lab @SW ($21,539)
3. We'll expand our outreach efforts with dedicated equipment for Programs on the Road. ($11,293)

We won't receive word whether these applications are funded until April 2017.