Since the legislation making federal funds available for the construction of new buildings and the remodeling of older buildings stands as a turning point in the development of the American public library, the present study has been designed to investigate the effect of the federal funds both in terms of the stated purpose and the intent of the…

Reports a continuing decline in the number of new public library buildings and increased construction costs. Reporting difficulties, however, militate against relying too heavily on trends when considering statistics for new construction and remodeling projects completed in the year ending June 30, 1980. (RAA)

A statistical report on the 298 public library building projects completed in the year ending June 30, 1969. (Author)

The statistics on 143 public library building projects completed in the U.S.A. during FY73 are reported. The names of the architects used on the projects are listed. (Author/SM)

A statistical report on 218 public library building projects completed in the USA during the year ending June 30, 1978. Data details on 218 projects are listed in the two tables; nine libraries occupying newly leased space during the year are listed in a third table, but data totals for the leased space are not included in the summary…

Suggests factors to be considered in planning a youth services department: (1) the public served; (2) kinds of materials included in the collection; (3) kinds of equipment available; (4) commitment to public service; (5) amenities for public comfort; (6) needs of library staff; and (7) integration of youth services into total library service. (MES)

Describes the Danville Public Library's (Illinois) planning and implementation of a groundbreaking ceremony and provides guidelines for the process. Highlights include early planning, the planning staff, publicity, videotaping, selecting a convenient time, decorations, invitations, knowing individual responsibilities, commemorative items, and a…

This report summarizes public library construction activities supported by Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA), Title II, funds as of fiscal 1985. Following a brief legislative background and overview, the use of federal funds in support of public library construction is reviewed, and the impact of LSCA funding during fiscal 1983-85 is…

This report analyzes some of the data from documentation submitted by the individual states for federal financial assistance through the Library Services and Construction Act to meet public library construction needs between 1965 and 1978. The impact of the LSCA library construction program is described in terms of the cutting of costs, the…

Library construction continues to thrive as money allows for new and remodeled buildings. This year's 197 public projects alone account for $543 million. The 81 new buildings join 116 additions/remodels and 35 academic libraries. Five tables provide statistics on new buildings and additions/renovations by name of institution and by state and…

Since it was first authorized as an amendment to the Library Services Act (LSCA) in 1964, the LSCA Title II program has supported projects which have resulted in obligations of more than $28.5 million in federal funds for public library construction through fiscal year 1987. During its long legislative history, which has seen many changes and…

The program described in this report (covering 1980-1984) was developed to implement the provisions of the Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) which provide for federal aid to assist the states in (1) establishing, extending, and improving public library services in developing areas; (2) constructing public libraries; (3) providing…

Presents statistics for construction activities in academic and public libraries for new buildings, additions, and renovations for July 1, 1994, to June 30, 1995, and a six-year cost summary for 1990-95. Determines that library administrators have found that it is more economical to renovate and add on than to start new construction. Also provides…

Presents statistics on public and academic library construction for new buildings, as well as for additions and renovations. Information is provided on funding sources, costs, size, book capacity, and seating capacity. A directory of architects, numerous photographs, and a list of buildings in progress are also included. (LRW)

The comprehensive evaluation of the effects and results of the federal program implementing Title I of the Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) described in this summary report found that, in general, the program has contributed significantly to the development and provision of public library services. However, public libraries are…