This documents study was instituted to develop a structured list of New York State agencies that publish, to develop an agency classification system, and to explore a means by which subject access to Penfield Library's collection could be gained. A computer generated subject search tool was produced. (3 references) (Author)

Describes the services offered by the National Cartographic Information Center and reviews the types of maps available from federal and state governments, local and regional agencies, and commercial and private publishers. Appendices contain a list of supplementary literature and names, addresses, and phone numbers of relevant government agencies…

The Detroit Municipal Reference Library's organizational structure and services are described as an example for those interested in organizing a governmental reference library. Procedure is outlined for the initial selection of a basic collection and the subject fields that should be included. (Author)

Presents an overview of the types of information and information sources available in the field of atmospheric sciences. Included are major library collections; organizations; government programs, including air pollution control regulations; electronic databases; and networking resources. Addresses are provided for all sources, and definitions of…

Provides a description and assessment of the merger of the government publications division and the maps division at the San Diego State University (California) library that was necessitated by budgetary constraints. The impact on patrons is discussed, including reference assistance, arrangement of materials, reference and circulation policies,…