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    Austin Public Library - University Hills

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    I'm going to preface this by saying that the University Hills branch is a solid library *with…read moreregards to* the Austin Public Library system. It could stand to be more extensive in its selection, and more inspiring in its architecture. Having said that, the University Hills branch certainly has a more established feel than other branches in the system. Their selection is decent, the service is good, and they have a variety of rooms that contribute to socializing of all ages. This would be my closest branch, my neighborhood library, if you will, so I might be a bit biased, but I liked it.

    Ok, first off, I have to admit that I am just unimpressed, and annoyed even, at the overall…read moreexperience of the Austin Public Library system. If you haven't lived anywhere outside of Austin, you truly don't know what you're missing when it comes to public libraries!!! I have found the APL system to be both an extreme disappointment and inconvenient. They are closed on Fridays and Sundays at many branches. I have never before lived in a city (even a small city!) where the library closes any day of the week, especially on Friday! I have also visited the Yarborough branch, and from my experiences, branches lock the exterior book drop during business hours. So much for quickly dropping off a book without parking your car and going inside. I have also been sorely disappointed with the timeliness of receiving a reserved book. APL does not purchase NEARLY enough copies of newly released or popular books, especially for a city of this size, which often leads to a wait time of several months for a highly sought after book. The one positive of the Austin Public Library system, though not at all unique to APL. is the online library and reservation system. I do appreciate being able to reserve a book online to be picked up at my nearest branch. The University Hills branch is a tiny one, with an extremely limited on site collection of books & materials. I primarily use this branch to pick up books I've selected and reserved online, since it's location is less than 5 minutes from my house. I will share a positive word about the staff at the University Hills branch. I have found them to be friendly & helpful when I stop in. Coming from lands of drive through pick-up windows and coffee carts in your nearest branch, I think that the APL system could learn a few things and leaves a LOT to be desired. Especially considering the exhorbitant property taxes I pay to the city each year. If only they would use that money for things I actually care about & use....

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