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the Board of Control ("the Board"). The Central Branch operates as the administrative office for <br /> all other branches. The Library provides citizens of the Parish access to Library materials via <br /> books and magazines, a wide variety of non-print resources, such as DVDs, several formats of <br /> audio-books, online research databases, electronic reference resources, electronic downloadable <br /> books (e-books), internet access, and a selection of music on compact discs. All branches offer <br /> public access to computer workstations, conduct programs for children and adults, and provide <br /> access to meeting rooms when available. <br /> 5. <br /> The main source of funding for the Library is through ad valorem taxes (approximately <br /> $3.9 million in 2018). Other support in lesser amounts is received through various revenues <br /> including sharing arrangements with State of Louisiana and from self-generated funds(fines,fees, <br /> etc.). <br /> 6. <br /> The Library has two Capital One bank accounts — operating and savings. The operating <br /> account is the plain account utilized for all revenues and expenditures,excluding monies received <br /> for endowments. The savings account was opened as the depository account for any endowments <br /> with restrictions. <br /> 7. <br /> During all tinges pertinent herein,the Library had the following seven credit card accounts: <br /> Capital One, walmart, Sam's, Office Depot, Home Depot, Shell, and Barnes &Noble. The credit <br /> cards were used to purchase supplies and/or materials necessary for the Library's operations.When <br /> not in use,the credit cards were kept in the Business Manager's office in a locked safe. <br /> Page 2 of 11 <br /> ...... .................................................................... ......................................................... ............................................................................................................................................ <br />