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Fry Consultants, Inc., Chicago, IL. – 1968
The objective of this study was to provide the background necessary for a statewide system of interlibrary cooperation to be developed in a Phase II study. Interviews were held with nearly 70 individuals throughout the state and research was conducted to gather data on Oregon in general, on Oregon libraries, and on examples of interlibrary…
Descriptors: Costs, Feasibility Studies, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
Texas State Library, Austin. Dept. of Library Development. – 1985
The six chapters of the Texas Library Systems Act are presented in this document together with revised standards for accreditation of system components adopted by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission on February 28, 1985. The Library Systems Act covers: (1) General Provisions, including definitions; (2) State Library System, including…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Criteria, Library Networks, Library Standards

Wilcox, Alice E.; Marshall, Nancy H. – RQ, 1974
Minnesota Interlibrary Teletype Exchange attempts to provide accessibility to all library resources in the state for all citizens, with communication by TWX. Wisconsin Interlibrary Loan Service has similar aims, and has started with the University of Wisconsin-Madison library system. There is a pilot project to interfact the two networks. (LS)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Information Services, Interlibrary Loans, Library Cooperation
Indiana State Library, Indianapolis. – 1973
A plan for the further development of library services for the state of Indiana during the next five years is detailed in accordance with the U.S. Office of Education requirements under the Library Services and Construction Act. Findings contained in the Indiana Library Studies were used as background material for the plan's formulation. Three…
Descriptors: Evaluation, Information Needs, Library Networks, Library Planning
Maine State Library, Augusta. – 1973
In addition to meeting the requirements of the Library Services and Construction Act, this five-year plan reflects the intent and strategies outlined in LD 828--the current (1973) state legislation creating regional library systems in Maine. The broad goal of the five year program is consistent with both: development and coordination of the…
Descriptors: Evaluation, Library Networks, Library Planning, Library Services

Iowa State Dept. of Public Instruction, Des Moines. Educational Media Section. – 1973
Iowa's 16 regional educational media centers are described. Following a brief overview of the history of the centers and of their current functions as service organizations which work with county and local agencies to improve instruction in the state's schools, two page discussions of each of the individual centers are presented. Specific details…
Descriptors: Educational Media, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Resources Centers
New York State Library, Albany. – 1982
The comprehensive 5-year program for the enhancement of library services in New York State which is described (1) provides a benchmark for the continuing planning, development, and evaluation of state library services; (2) summarizes the objectives, policies, and programs undertaken for the improvement of those services; (3) serves as a guide to…
Descriptors: Improvement, Library Networks, Library Planning, Library Services
New York State Library, Albany. – 1979
This report describes a comprehensive five-year program for the enhancement of library services in New York State, one which (1) provides a benchmark for the continuing planning, development, and evaluation of state library services; (2) summarizes the objectives, policies, and programs undertaken for the improvement of those services; (3) serves…
Descriptors: Improvement, Library Networks, Library Planning, Library Services
Long Range Plan for Library Development in Oregon with Five Year Action Plan, Revision of July 1973.
Oregon State Library, Salem. – 1973
Changes and revisions in the original "Long Range Plan for Library Development in Oregon, with Five Year Action Plan" (1972) became necessary because of cuts in the Federal Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) budget. Some programs have been curtailed, and changes have been made in the structure of library funding and grants.…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Evaluation, Financial Policy, Library Cooperation
New York State Library, Albany. – 1983
This annual report on the comprehensive 5-year program for the enhancement of library services in New York State (1) provides a benchmark for the continuing planning, development, and evaluation of state library services; (2) summarizes the objectives, policies, and programs undertaken for the improvement of those services; (3) serves as a guide…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Improvement, Library Networks, Library Planning
Technology Management Corp., Alexandria, VA. – 1990
The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) commissioned a study to determine the baseline costs of operation for the network of libraries and agencies that provide braille, playback machine, and recorded book services to patrons of the free national program. A 15-year projection of costs was also prepared. The…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Library Expenditures, Library Materials, Library Networks
Metz, T. John, Comp. – 1976
An overview of the proceedings covers library networks; network levels (national, regional, state, and local); network roles, activities, and services; legal, organizational, and constituency issues; funding and budgeting; technical issues; and network interrelationships. There are summaries of four major speeches which deal with the national…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Conference Reports, Conferences, Coordination
South Carolina State Library, Columbia. – 1974
Financial and operational data and brief program descriptions are provided for the projects of fiscal year 1974-75 funded in South Carolina under the Library Services and Construction Act. Projects include the strengthening of collections and services, service to the handicapped and those with special needs, film programs, and library networking.…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Disabilities, Disadvantaged, Federal Aid
New York State Library, Albany. – 1984
This annual report on the comprehensive 5-year program for the enhancement of library services in New York State (1) provides a benchmark for the continuing planning, development, and evaluation of state library services; (2) summarizes the objectives, policies, and programs undertaken for the improvement of those services; (3) serves as a guide…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Improvement, Library Networks, Library Planning
Gaven, Patricia; Williams, R. David – 1972
ATS-F will be used by the Alaskan library community to develop a knowledge base for the library function of information delivery utilizing satellite technology. The experiment comprises three segments: (1) a weekly 15-minute participatory audio-video unit aimed at school children; (2) a weekly half-hour audio-video unit aimed at a variety of adult…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Instruction, Budgets, Communications, Communications Satellites