This report presents the steps and actions that public libraries may take to begin to meet the needs for literacy training in their individual communities. Outlined are three major approaches that libraries can consider when addressing the literacy needs of their communities: (1) initiating a literacy program; (2) cooperating with an existing literacy program; or (3) establishing resource centers for literacy training and materials. An overview of existing literacy activity in Ohio is also provided, as well as an outline of practical actions that libraries may want to undertake in addressing their communities' literacy needs, and suggestions for working through anticipated problems. For further assistance, a selected bibliography of 10 references is presented. A checklist for implementing a new service and a list of six sources for literacy information are appended. (CGD)