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Download full textFish, James H. – 1976
As a foundation for the future plans of the Leominster (Massachusetts) Public Library, a study was undertaken to: (1) analyze the physical, economic, and demographic characteristics of the community and their implication for library service; (2) evaluate present library services and identify unfilled needs; and (3) identify goals and objectives to…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Study, Library Circulation, Library Collections
PDF pending restorationMassachusetts State Dept. of Education, Boston. Bureau of Library Extension. – 1975
This statistical account is based on 1974 public library annual report data. Summary tables list the means, medians and percentile points for the following ten indicators: (1) total municipal appropriation per capita, (2) total annual income per capita, (3) salaries as percentage of total expenditure, (4) materials expenditure per capita, (5)…
Descriptors: Demography, Evaluation, Library Circulation, Library Expenditures
Massachusetts State Board of Library Commissioners, Boston. – 1977
This statistical report is designed to facilitate rapid comparison of Fiscal Year 1977 support and activity levels among Massachusetts public libraries. Summary tables provide medians, percentiles, and means by population group on (1) library expenditures as a percent of total municipal expenditures; (2) total income per capita; (3) municipal…
Descriptors: Library Circulation, Library Collections, Library Expenditures, Library Materials
Massachusetts State Board of Library Commissioners, Boston. – 1978
Designed to facilitate the rapid comparison of fiscal year 1978 support and activity levels among public libraries in Massachusetts, this report identifies twelve indicators of library support and activity and presents percentage and per capita figures for each municipality. Data are for the twelve-month period ending June 30, 1978, and represent…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Financial Support, Library Circulation, Library Collections
Fish, James H.; And Others – 1978
A community analysis study of Arlington, Massachusetts was undertaken to evaluate Robbins Library's activities and services and provide a base for developing short and long range goals and objectives responsive to community needs. Data was derived primarily from 1970 census data and various reports or studies compiled by the library and other…
Descriptors: Census Figures, Community Characteristics, Community Study, Library Circulation
Massachusetts State Legislature, Boston. Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight. – 1992
This report examines the present fiscal condition and changing nature of the system of public libraries in Massachusetts. Despite the impact of budget cuts on operating hours and staffing, the demand for library services has increased concomitantly with the information needs of individuals, professionals, and businesses. Many of the municipal…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Financial Support, Interlibrary Loans, Library Circulation
Massachusetts State Dept. of Education, Boston. Bureau of Library Extension. – 1976
Based on annual report data for the fiscal year ending 1975, this statistical report allows public librarians to compare their levels of support and activity with those of other libraries in their population groups. The report consists of three parts: (1) summary tables containing means, medians, and percentile points for indicators, grouped…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Audiovisual Aids, Financial Support, Librarians
