The library is open and will continue to be open into the foreseeable future. There are no plans to close the library at this point.

We see that goal as more important than ever: To create a space where LGBT people and our straight allies can come together to view diverse representations of ourselves outside of the mainstream, explore our similarities and our differences, build community and celebrate our lives.

Computer use in our labs is a popular service.

I think within the library system, we all think the action figure is wonderful. When it came out, all the librarians bought one and have it here on their desks. It's a nice, tongue-in-cheek piece for librarians.

If you allow the character of a neighborhood to be eroded, the people who live in that neighborhood will leave the city. We can't allow that to happen. Protecting these different neighborhoods, we are providing New Yorkers with a diversity of housing choices.

I'm an optimist and think California does have a bright future,