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Snyder, Herbert – Library Administration and Management, 1999
Explains the principles and mechanics of double-entry bookkeeping as a part of the accounting cycle to produce a functioning set of accounting records. Suggests that libraries need to have accurate and timely information about their spending to gain financial control and protect against fraud and abuse. (LRW)
Descriptors: Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Needs, Library Administration
DeJoice, Mary Jo; Sennyey, Pongracz – Illinois Libraries, 2000
Considers how the implementation of self-checkout systems may affect library management in general and circulation departments in particular, focusing on the impact on circulation departments' workflow and the financial implications involved in implementing it. Suggests an opportunity for libraries to undergo a paradigm shift concerning the…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Funding
Baker, Ronald J. – Library Journal, 1998
The previous head of the Central Library of Riverside City and County Public Library (RCCPL) (California) examines the economic failure of the system and the effects of the move to total outsourcing to a private commercial firm, Library Systems & Services (LSSI). Concludes that RCCPL had problems long before it was outsourced to LSSI. (AEF)
Descriptors: Information Services, Library Administration, Library Development, Library Funding
Chute, Adrienne; Kroe, P. Elaine – Education Statistics Quarterly, 1999
The 40 tables of this report summarize information about libraries in the 50 states and the District of Columbia in fiscal year 1996. Includes information about public library service measures, administration and staffing, and other characteristics. (SLD)
Descriptors: Financial Support, Library Administration, Library Funding, Library Personnel

Zhang, Wenxian – Journal of Educational Media & Library Sciences, 1998
Describes the results of a survey of public libraries in Connecticut that was conducted to identify the factors that influence library administrators' decision-making process regarding library automation. Discusses vendor selection, funding, and costs, and copies of the survey questionnaires are appended. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Costs, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Funding

Clay, Edwin S. III; Bangs, Patricia C. – Library Trends, 2000
Presents a case study that describes how the Fairfax County Public (VA) has reinvented itself as a public service corporation by developing a public-private model for fund development using a top managerial committee. Discusses volunteer programs, partnerships with local utility companies, and staff training in managing patron problem behavior.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Fund Raising, Library Administration, Library Funding

Hickey, Kate Donnelly – Journal of Library Administration, 2001
Suggests that credibility and communication are keys to expanding library funding and that library leaders must be aggressive in forging connections both within their institutions and among their communities. Discusses fiscal responsibility and upper administration, finances and staff, and development work. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Credibility, Economic Development, Leadership
Berry, John N., III – Library Journal, 2002
Describes the role and activities of Susan Kent, City Librarian of Los Angeles, who was named librarian of the year by Library Journal. Discusses political aspects; improving and expanding Los Angeles Public Library branches; public and private funding; the staff and union issues; national and international organizations; and career influences.…
Descriptors: Awards, Branch Libraries, Librarians, Library Administration
Kniffel, Leonard – American Libraries, 1995
Discusses corporate sponsorships as a new source of library funding. Highlights include maintaining the library mission, visible endorsement of organizations, use of written guidelines and contracts, and the traditional library role as a "bankable strength." A sidebar describes the Fund for America's Libraries, a source of information on…
Descriptors: Corporate Support, Fund Raising, Guidelines, Information Sources
The State-Supported University Libraries of Alabama: Serving the Needs of Patrons with Disabilities.

Bishop, Barbara A. – College & Research Libraries, 1995
An Association of Research Libraries survey of Alabama public university libraries revealed that disabled populations on campuses were not being served; 27 questions were divided into categories of general information, management and training, space, and general services. Reasons for lack of preparation included lack of knowledge and funding. The…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Disabilities, Higher Education, Library Administration
Oder, Norman – Library Journal, 1998
Describes recent changes in the District of Columbia Public Library. Highlights include the search and appointment of a new director; financial problems; past managerial problems; needed technology updates; the impact of municipal government problems; and a sidebar with a biography of the new director, Molly Raphael. (LRW)
Descriptors: City Government, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Development

Ma, Jin-Chuan – College & Research Libraries, 1999
Allocating adequate materials funds from the university operation budget is essential if libraries in China's key universities are to successfully support their learning and research communities. This article examines funding problems, and suggests proposals for change: establish a deducting-percentage system; enhance integrated resources…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Financial Support, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Knuth, Rebecca – Library Quarterly, 1999
Explains three basic models of school librarianship: the American model, where school libraries are funded by school districts; the British model, where school and public library systems are entwined; and a combined model, in which school and public libraries coexist. Discusses models for school librarianship in developing countries are also…
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Library Administration

Moore, Mary – Journal of Library Administration, 1995
The application of business skills and practices to the operation of academic libraries is becoming popular. Management skills will be useful as increased information production and technological complexity are being offset by shortages in resources and labor. To avoid conflict, managers must focus on teamwork, quality, customer service,…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Change Agents, Conflict Resolution, Human Resources
St. Lifer, Evan – Library Journal, 1995
Discusses chief factors that contributed to the rebirth of Chicago's central public library and its branch libraries: (1) a politically connected commissioner, (2) better funding, and (3) a central library. Highlights include a review of the library's administrative management styles, staff training techniques, past and current facilities,…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Library Administration, Library Development, Library Facilities