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SAN BENITO, Texas – The San Benito Public Library was recently granted accreditation and is a fully qualified member of the Texas Library System for the upcoming 2021-22 state fiscal year.
While this distinction is not new to the city library, it signifies its ongoing commitment to the community, and ensures that the library will continue to provide top-quality materials and educational resources for its visitors.
Benefits of accreditation include access to statewide interlibrary loans, grant funding, continuing education, TexShare Card programs, and technology and E-Rate resources. Additional benefits include faster internet, Wi-Fi, and a rich variety of literacy programs.
Gerardo Salazar, the San Benito Public Library Director, said this distinction is something that every public library in Texas must apply for, in order to gain accreditation, and the process involves the library director working closely with City administration to assure that all minimum financial and programming requirements are met.
“It is important for the citizens of San Benito to know that their public library is fully accredited and recognized by the Texas Library Commission,” said Salazar. “In addition, the accreditation demonstrates the commitment and importance placed on library services by City leaders.”
Library hours are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and from 12 noon to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The library is closed on Sundays.
For more information on the San Benito Public Library, visit: www.cityofsanbenito.com/141/San-Benito-Public-Library.
