Manila, Dec. 3 -- A city councilor here is pushing for the modernization of the city library to attract and encourage the youth to read more.
Councilor and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairman Levy Lloyd Orcales on Thursday said he is confident the Baguio library modernization ordinance would be passed by the city council.
Once passed, the library will have more staff and extended services with longer operating hours including weekends.
"It (the proposed ordinance) is being finalized and we hope to see its approval," Orcales said.
The library currently operates from 8 a.m to 8 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.
Aside from the traditional books, Orcales said even e-books will be introduced in the library. A coffee shop will also be set up in t...