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Download full textNelson, Barbara; And Others – 1976
This extensive study of the Beverly, Massachusetts, Public Library begins with a description of the community, including demographic characteristics and social, governmental, and educational activities and organization. A chronicle of library governance, facilities, financial resources, and collections is also included. Library services are…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Resources, Library Administration, Library Facilities
Bowron, Albert – 1973
The community characteristics and the present library services of the borough of Etobicoke, Ontario, were studied in order to make recommendations for improved service. It was concluded that the major changes to be expected in the area were an increasing population and increasing numbers of ethnic minority residents. It was recommended that a new…
Descriptors: Bookmobiles, Branch Libraries, Community Characteristics, Community Information Services
Westat Research, Inc., Rockville, MD. – 1975
A study was made to determine the adult public's expectations and attitudes about public libraries in the southern Maryland region, which encompasses St. Mary's, Charles, and Calvert counties. Survey instruments and interviewing procedures were developed to make these determinations to create profiles of the library user and non-user based on age,…
Descriptors: Community Attitudes, Community Characteristics, Information Needs, Library Materials
Bowron, Albert – 1974
A review was conducted of the public library service in northeastern Ontario leading toward the revised policies and expanded regional service programs. Sociological and environmental problems of the area were analyzed and solutions were suggested. Easy access to all library resources would encourage cooperative and efficient public use. A…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Bilingualism, Bookmobiles, Community Characteristics
Bowron, Albert – 1973
An assessment is presented of the Ottawa Public Library Branch Services' success in meeting both the information and educational needs of a highly intellectual community. An outline is presented for appraisal of present services, indicating improvements and recommending directions for future growth. After an examination and evaluation of the…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Bilingualism, Bookmobiles, Branch Libraries
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
