City of Corona: Library Board of Trustees 8/25/26

The City of Corona Library Board of Trustees held a meeting on August 25, 2026, focusing primarily on updates and reports related to library services and programs. Key procurement-related discussions included the grand opening of the Innovation Center, a capital improvement project enhancing the library's facilities with new paint, flooring, and technology such as VR headsets. The board also discussed the continuation of the Zip Books program, which faced funding cuts from the California State Library but was sustained through support from the Friends of the Library, now rebranded as "Request a Book." Budget considerations were mentioned in relation to trustee participation in the upcoming California Library Association Conference. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly detailed, but ongoing collaborations with local organizations and sponsors for library events were highlighted. The meeting included a review of library usage statistics, program attendance, and volunteer contributions, emphasizing the library's role in community engagement and service delivery. Safety concerns related to incidents near the library and coordination with local clinics and police were also addressed, with policy discussions underway to improve security. The next meeting was scheduled for September 22, 2026.