Independence Township Library’s computer lab is receiving an upgrade.
The Township Board approved the purchase of 16 new Dell computers at $1,133.25 each on May 1. With a backup power unit costing $989.10, total cost is $19,121.10.
The machines will allow use of the latest Windows operating systems, programs, and thumb drives. They are smaller, allowing the 16 units to replace 12 older computers.
The library’s technology plan budgets for new electronics every three years, so equipment is up-to-date and under warranty, said Julie Meredith, library director.
The older computers were purchased in 2001.