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Little, Paul L. – 1986
This discussion of ways to solve the problem of overdue library materials reviews three pertinent articles from the library literature, several studies of the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Library system, and a 1985 study at a southwestern public library. Attempted solutions are cited, including fines, overdue notices, retrieval methods such as the…
Descriptors: Fines (Penalties), Library Administration, Library Circulation, Library Facilities
Wagner, Gulten – 1983
Arguing that the study of use of personal space is an important aspect of understanding the total communication process in libraries, this document reviews the literature on personal space research that has been conducted over the last 20 years. Following a general review of the roots of such research, the numerous studies that are described are…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Environmental Research, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Download full textCalifornia State Library, Sacramento. – 1987
This paper describes the programs to be undertaken in the State of California for fiscal years 1988-1992, pursuant to the Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA). Introductory materials review the LSCA, the State Advisory Council on Libraries, the state's growth and development, a Legislative Statement of Intent, and the State Library's…
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Federal Aid, Library Facilities, Library Networks
California State Library, Sacramento. – 1988
This paper describes the programs to be undertaken in the State of California for fiscal years 1989-1993 pursuant to the Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA). Introductory materials review the LSCA, the State Advisory Council on Libraries, the state's growth and development, a Legislative Statement of Intent, and the State Library's…
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Federal Aid, Library Facilities, Library Networks
SHAW, E.C. – 1967
IN RURAL INDIA, MOBILE LIBRARIES ARE ESSENTIAL TO LITERACY EDUCATION AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT. THE TIN TRUNK LIBRARY, A COLLECTION OF 15 TO 50 BOOKS IN A BOX, IS FLEXIBLE AND ECONOMICAL. HOWEVER, IT IS USED PRIMARILY BY FRIENDS OF THE PERSON IN WHOSE HOUSE THE TRUNK IS PLACED. THE LIBRARIAN OF THE MARKET MOBILE LIBRARY BRINGS BOOKS AND NEWSPAPERS…
Descriptors: Libraries, Library Expenditures, Library Extension, Library Facilities
South Carolina State Library, Columbia. – 1980
This document reports the long range planning for library construction and library service improvement in South Carolina. Prepared by the state library in accordance with federal legislative requirements, it reports goals, objectives, and implementation measures in the areas of the state library agency, public library service, institutional…
Descriptors: Construction Programs, Facility Planning, Legislation, Library Facilities
Central Rappahannock Regional Library, Fredericksburg, VA. – 1978
This study of the present and future library needs of residents of Stafford County, Virginia, with emphasis on the North Stafford areas, includes a review of demographic statistics and recommendations for library services. The currently increasing population is highly dependent on the automobile for transportation, and recommendations for library…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Organizations, Community Resources, Community Study
Public Affairs Counseling, San Francisco, CA. – 1974
To develop organizational recommendations, propose new management procedures, and assist in budget preparation, a management improvement analysis was undertaken at the Seattle Public Library. Discussions were held with library board and supervising staff on all aspects of organization, operations, and services; a trial budget procedure was…
Descriptors: Administration, Budgeting, Delivery Systems, Library Administration
Lourea, Lee Olivier, Ed. – CVRP Patch Panel, 1975
Begun as a two year project in fall 1974, the California Video Resource Project (CVRP) will serve as the California video exchange and clearinghouse for library video information. Included in this issue are descriptions of some video materials available through the CVRP, a discussion of important considerations in establishing a library video…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Book Reviews, Cable Television, Facility Requirements
Bowron, Albert – 1971
The Barrie Public Library was studied as part of a larger commission authorized by the Georgian Bay Regional Library Board. Analysis was restricted to local policies and procedures which were under the full control of the Barrie Public Library board and staff. Aspects of library services provided on a cooperative basis--interlibrary loan, 16mm…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Comparative Analysis, Facility Expansion, Library Collections
Dean, John, Ed. – 1969
A seminar on standards for libraries in West Africa was held in April 1967. This proceedings volume presents the papers given by each of the participants. Discussed are the standards for collections, facilities, staff, technical processes and services for public, school, university and special libraries. The purpose was to focus upon the nature,…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Conference Reports, Foreign Countries, Librarians
Library Association of Australia, Sidney. – 1971
The fifteenth biennial Conference of the Library Association of Australia was held from August 25th to 29th, 1969, in Adelaide. This proceedings volume contains many of the papers given, and summaries of many others. Five papers were presented during the plenary sessions. Thirty-one authors presented general papers. There were nine seminars…
Descriptors: Archives, Conference Reports, Foreign Countries, Librarians
Trace, Sally A.; Mowen, Louise B. – 1976
A study of the Besore Public Library was conducted to determine if the library was meeting the needs of the Greencastle-Antrim area of Pennsylvania, to define areas of unmet needs, and to recommend improved programs and services. Information about the community--demographic characteristics, social structure, commercial characteristics, and future…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Demography, Library Circulation, Library Collections
Illinois Libraries, 1985
Twelve articles cover books as artifacts; workstations for conservation of library materials; care of scrapbooks, albums, and photographs; map preservation; library environment; flood recovery; disaster prevention and preparedness; incorporating preservation into library organization; and bibliography of Chester Public Library (Illinois) First…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Books, Emergency Programs, Guidelines
Tiffany, Connie – Library Journal, 1982
Discusses the user-oriented design, technology application, and innovative re-organization employed in the new facility of the Iowa City Public Library. Shelving of audiovisual materials, open access, cable television, the online catalog, and staffing considerations are noted. Nine references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Cable Television, Community Information Services, Computer Science
