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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
Michigan Library, Lansing. – 2000
This document reports on LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act) subgrant awards in Michigan for FY (fiscal year) 2000. The report is organized by congressional districts. For each district, the LSTA projects are listed, including library name, project name, and the amount of the award. Comments about previous LSTA projects are included. A…
Descriptors: Electronic Libraries, Federal Aid, Grants, Information Technology
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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
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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
Finley, Mary M. – 1997
This paper describes a unique library fund raiser at California State University (Northridge). "A Trial for the Books" was a dog agility trial held on April 26-27, 1996 as a benefit for the university's Oviatt Library. The event was hosted by West Valley DogSports, a community group. The event raised approximately $2,500 for the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Community Involvement, Financial Support, Fund Raising
Poll, Roswitha – 2001
In order to evaluate and utilize library data for the management process, a German project, sponsored by the German Research Council, uses the Balanced Scorecard as the concept for integrated quality management. Performance indicators across the following four perspectives are combined to produce a balanced evaluation of the library: (1) users,…
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Foreign Countries, Library Administration
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
South Carolina State Library, Columbia. – 1995
This report provides information on South Carolina's Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) projects for fiscal year 1995. It includes: copies of applications for federal assistance and grant award notifications; a list of LSCA staff and responsibilities; a fiscal breakdown for Titles I and III that itemizes spending on activities within…
Descriptors: Budgets, Federal Aid, Library Administration, Library Development
South Carolina State Library, Columbia. – 1997
This report provides information on South Carolina's Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) projects for fiscal year 1996. It includes: copies of applications for federal assistance and grant award notifications; a list of LSCA staff and responsibilities; a fiscal breakdown for Titles I and III that itemizes spending on activities within…
Descriptors: Budgets, Federal Aid, Library Administration, Library Development
South Carolina State Library, Columbia. – 1994
This report provides information on South Carolina's Library Services and Construction Act (LSCA) projects for fiscal year 1994. It includes: copies of applications for federal assistance and grant award notifications; a list of LSCA staff and responsibilities; a fiscal breakdown for Titles I and III that itemizes spending on activities within…
Descriptors: Budgets, Federal Aid, Library Administration, Library Development
Long, Sandi – 2002
This annual report of Utah public library services presents data useful for local library planning. This information is presented in two sections: core performance measures and general tables. Statewide summary data and breakouts by the populations of the library jurisdictions are provided for the following core performance measures: (1) visits…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Expenditures, Library Funding, Library Materials
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
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