The college library in my hometown had public access via a paid card. It was inexpensive and about equal to the cost students paid in fees each year or their ac

The college library in my hometown had public access via a paid card. It was inexpensive and about equal to the cost students paid in fees each year or their access. I know a few local authors that heavily relied on that library for researching their works. I bet many college libraries have similar programs or could be motivated by locals to add the option.