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Jeavons, Thomas H. – 1994
In the context of faster growth of community information needs and demands than growth of public funds, questions about where new resources can be found are the subject of much discussion within the library profession. This report is an attempt to raise questions and clarify issues that should be considered in advance of the formulation of library…
Descriptors: Costs, Endowment Funds, Financial Support, Fund Raising
Lane, Rodney P. – 1973
The present public library financing system is described and assessed, and the key issues for consideration in either reaffirming its continued use or in the development of new approaches are delineated. Special emphasis is given to illuminating those issues and factors affecting metropolitan areas--both core city and suburban fringes. The…
Descriptors: Federal Aid, Federal Legislation, Financial Support, Futures (of Society)
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Helal, Ahmed H., Ed.; Weiss, Joachim W., Ed. – 1992
The goal of the Essen symposium was to bring together internationally recognized librarians and library automation specialists to discuss new developments in electronic publishing. All 16 papers included in this collection were presented at the conference: (1) "Barriers to the Introduction of New Technology" (J. Andrew Braid); (2)…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Change Strategies, Computer Networks
Cassata, Mary B., Ed.; Totten, Herman L., Ed. – 1975
Some 25 contributors share their expertise on various aspects of the administration of library education programs. Subjects covered include the history of library education; accreditation standards; goals and objectives; curriculum; faculty; student characteristics, admissions, training, and evaluation; governance, administration, and financial…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Administration, Facilities, Financial Support
Bowron, Albert – 1975
In 1975 a study of the Ontario (Canada) public library system was undertaken in order to develop plans for organizing, financing, and coordinating public libraries in the next ten years. From published reports, interviews, letters, and examination of facilities and available data, information was collected on provincial and county library…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Coordination, Financial Support, Governing Boards
Venner, David G.; Cotton, Sally – 1986
Of potential interest to small towns in rural areas, this report describes England's first attempt at applying to a rural area the concept of a multi-agency information and advice center based on a library. The comprehensive review covers all phases of the project: (1) identification of a community's information and advice needs; (2) consultation…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Community Attitudes, Community Characteristics, Community Information Services