Publication Type:Periodical

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Mar2003, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p36. 4p. 1 Color Photograph.

Abstract:As the boom of the 1990s fades into the stagnation of 2003, librarians must recall economist John Kenneth Galbraith's insistence that we focus on the "public good." Public libraries, a part of the public good, did not keep pace with the recent boom and...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Feb2003, Vol. 34 Issue 2, p14. 4p.

Abstract:The worsening economy has resulted in a massive wave of cutbacks and closures at libraries nationwide. In addition to previously reported actions such as Seattle Public Library's system-wide shutdown for a week in December, cost-cutting measures have r...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Sep/Oct2019, Vol. 50 Issue 9/10, p8-8. 1/6p.

Abstract:The article reports on the American Library Association's (ALA's) opposition to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's (FCC's) plan to limit funding for the Universal Service Fund (USF), which finances the E-Rate programs that offer affordable in...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Jun/Jul2009, Vol. 40 Issue 6/7, p50-53. 4p.

Abstract:The author offers advice on how U.S. libraries can cope with the recession amid the budget cuts from the government. He encourages libraries to consult their staff and stakeholders when cutting services to avoid possible dispute with users. He also sug...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Dec2007, Vol. 38 Issue 11, p44-49. 6p. 5 Color Photographs, 1 Black and White Photograph.

Abstract:The article explores several issues faced by libraries in the U.S. in 2007. Budget deficits affected school librarians in 2007, while some cities successfully expanded and renovated their facilities. Mergers and acquisitions were the order of the day i...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Jun/Jul2005, Vol. 36 Issue 6, p46-50. 4p. 2 Black and White Photographs.

Abstract:Reports on the state of efforts to save U.S. libraries initiated by former American Library Association Mitch Freedman in 2003. Decline in library budget in the states and municipalities; Suggestions on strategy and tactics that are successful in Wisc...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Jan2005, Vol. 36 Issue 1, p16-25. 8p.

Abstract:Presents an update on the library referenda and other local ballot measures in the U.S. for the year 2004. Information on the bond refinance program for the Central Arkansas Library System; List of measures included in the special-purpose, local optio...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. May2003, Vol. 34 Issue 5, p8. 5p. 4 Black and White Photographs.

Abstract:Presents update on the activities of the American Library Association (ALA) as of May 1, 2003. Status report on the state of libraries, library funding and other issues presented by ALA Executive Director Keith Michael Fiels on March 20; Recognition g...

Publication Type:Periodical

Source(s):American Libraries. Mar2003, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p21. 5p. 1 Color Photograph.

Abstract:Presents news briefs related to libraries. Possibility that the Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma may have to close its doors if a proposed budget cut is approved by the state legislature; Decision by...