If the library becomes fully responsible for the shortages, what Carasso calls the “blackest scenario” will come into effect. Then six libraries will close, one library will be downsized and another library will become a lending point only. The branches in Hoograven, Lunetten, and Vleutendorp, among others, will then have to close. Carasso: “That would be extremely unfortunate for people who are less able to leave their neighborhoods. Children, students, seniors and other people whose world takes place within a neighborhood. Then we can contribute less to literacy, equality of opportunity and digital skills. “
In order to maintain the Utrecht library, cuts must be made or investments: ‘In the worst scenario, six branches will close’
