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State Library News & Announcements
IMLS Report on State Library Agencies
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) released its latest report on the State Library Administrative Agencies (SLAA). The survey found that over the past 12 years, SLAA revenues declined by over a fifth, while expenditures fell in parallel by 22 percent. Most of this decline occurred during the recession, December 2007 to June 2009. However, SLAAs funded by their state’s department of education had much higher revenues and expenditures in comparison to other libraries funded through other administrative structures.
RIPL Online Community of Practice
Online Community of Practice, from Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL), is now available to anyone interested library data and evaluation. The Community of Practice includes discussion forums, opportunities for file-sharing (such as infographics, surveys, etc.), and a quarterly webinar series.
Other Resources
Spotlight on Sharing
Check the Colorado Virtual Library's Spotlight on Sharing for regular round-ups highlighting fun, unique, and interesting happenings in Colorado libraries.
Library Learning & Creation Center
The Library Learning & Creation Center has upcoming events and resources for library makerspaces and technology training in public libraries.
CSL In Session
CSL In Session features a regular series of online learning opportunities for librarians.
