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Download full textJoyce, Craig D. – 1976
This study collects and analyzes information on the characteristics of the community and the public library system of East Brunswick, and provides an example of a library planning method responsive to community needs. Unobtrusive data collection techniques utilizing the 1970 census, local reports, and library records were the primary sources of…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Study, Library Administration, Library Circulation
Goetz, Arthur H., Ed. – 1977
This study focuses on certain demographic, commercial, and social characteristics of Johnston County and its towns as they relate to the library's organization, administration, resources, and services. Recommendations are given, as is a five year plan of service which lists objectives in the following areas: (1) administration, (2) information…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Demography, Library Administration, Library Services
Nelson, Barbara; And Others – 1976
This extensive study of the Beverly, Massachusetts, Public Library begins with a description of the community, including demographic characteristics and social, governmental, and educational activities and organization. A chronicle of library governance, facilities, financial resources, and collections is also included. Library services are…
Descriptors: Community Characteristics, Community Resources, Library Administration, Library Facilities
Stavn, Virginia; Williams, Carole – 1979
A branch library community analysis study identifies library users and nonusers, determines the area of service, and serves as a pilot project for a larger systemwide study. Significant findings suggest that users may be identified by their degree of participation in socio-cultural activities and adult education programs rather than demographic…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Community Characteristics, Community Study, Library Administration
Hughes, Jane Barron – 1979
One in a series of bibliographies related to rural library service, this document lists over 800 entries dealing with the specific concerns of rural, county, and small community libraries. Listed alphabetically by author under subject headings, the entries cover the period from 1930 to 1975 and are drawn from a variety of sources including…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Community Characteristics, Community Development
Powell, Carolyn L., Comp.; And Others – 1978
This study provides an overview of the community and the status of the library through an examination of the city of Virginia Beach, including its demography and needs, as well as the history, organization, administration, and financial support of both the Virginia Beach Public Library System and the Oceanfront Branch Library. The information is…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Community Characteristics, Community Study, Evaluation
