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This smaller photo shows the same ordinances on microfilm. In addition, the city received a USB flash drive with a digitial copy of the same ordinances. That file now resides on city servers and is backed up hourly by a third party with redundant locations in different parts of the country.
In addition to retaining a digital copy and the microfilm, the city also sent microfilm versions to the state for preservation in their facility.
More good news - The city was awarded a second digitization grant from the State for over $8,000 and anticipates being able to scan the agendas and minutes from historical Board of Aldermen meetings in a similar manner.