It's 11 O'Clock --Why is the library lit like a Christmas tree????

It's 11 PM. We're in an energy crisis, in a manner of saying. And we are without question in a financial crisis in New York City.

So, why are public libraries lit ALL NIGHT LONG? If it is a matter of security of the buildings, have a sole light, connected with an electric eye, and a red night light.

The expense of powering the buildings' lights would make it economically rational to have metal gates on the windows instead of turned on lights.

Alas, none of that in New York City.