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The State Library elevates life for its customers and all Utahns
The State Library hears hundreds of stories about how libraries touch peoples' lives in so many positive ways. These stories are a re-energizing reminder of why librarians are so passionate about the service they provide to their communities. In the 21st century, the State Library mission is to ensure Utah libraries continue to provide crucial services while transitioning to new technologies and new ways of delivering services to a mobile, continually connected society. In todays economy, one of the most provided service is assistance finding employment and job skills training. As always, public libraries rise to the occasion to meet their users needs. In the midst of one of the most challenging budget periods for libraries in recent history, libraries are invaluable to the people they serve. It is all about the connections that libraries make with users that elevate their lives and strengthen the States economy. In FY2010 almost 18.5 million people visited public libraries in Utah, a 50% increase between FY2008 and FY2010. While no one knows for certain what impact the next budget cycle will have on Utah libraries, USL will do everything possible to continue to offer the highest quality essential service to its constituents, local Utah libraries, and all library customers. In Utah, 2011 continued to be a year of tightening and pursuing conservative sustainability. Yet it is gratifying to watch Utah libraries meet the challenge of more and more citizens turning to their library as a resource in this difficult economic climate. In FY2010, 3.2 million people came into the library specifically to ask questions that required the knowledge, expertise, and skills of library staff. In addition, residents borrowed almost 38 million items from their libraries. The State Library has done everything within its capability to support those local library endeavors. This years annual report reflects the work of the State Library and its dedicated staff in meeting our priorities. All of the accomplishments rest on the work of the people who work for the State Library. Next time you receive something from the State Library, please join me in thanking the person who provided you what you needed. It is with great pride and passion that the State Library accomplishes so much with an expert staff that are always ready to go the extra mile to elevate life for Utah's citizens through local libraries, direct service, and expanding access to digital resources.
This touching letter came from State Library patron Leona Dansie who is losing her eye-sight. Leona has read over 300 talking books. She says the Program for the Blind and Disabled saved her life!
PIONEER Utahs Online Library Saves the Day Jaci sent a plea for help out on Facebook Just made an appointment to take the GRE (Graduate Record Examinations), Im very nervous. If anyone knows any good study guides or tips LET ME KNOW! She got a message back Go to pioneer.utah.gov youll find all sorts of tests and exams! Jaci The practice tests saved my life. Ive been ACCEPTED. Thanks!
Continuing Education
Training from basic library skills to 21st Century technologies helps library staff members serve their customers. In FY2010, USL provided Utah Public Library Institute for Training UPLIFT sessions for public library directors and staff to strengthen their management skills and professional competencies. Internet and other technology training allow libraries throughout the State to participate in a variety of online training sessions. In-person training held in Salt Lake City and regionally across the State, gives library staff members the opportunity to learn and network with others from a variety of libraries. In FY2011, USL taught 1,342 library workers for a total of 5,255 hours. Nearly 40% of the training was delivered in person and 60% online. In the previous fiscal year 55% was delivered in person and 45% online - a significant shift signifying a move to more online learning.
Continuing Education Highlights for FY2011: Facilities Building and Remodeling Seminar Childrens Services training Trading Spaces Library staff mentoring library staff Rx for the Digital Branch making better websites Social media use and policy training
Community Outreach
$ 38,850 $ 34,158 225 256,433
Totals
The Weber County Library System used CLEF dollars to upgrade equipment which created an enriched multimedia experience for those attending Library programs. A Weber County community Small Business Association met at the Library and utilized the advanced capabilities of the new equipment to conduct marketing and business expansion training for small business owners. The goal of the seminar was to illustrate good business practices, promote greater private sector growth, and create economic opportunity (jobs) for area residents.
Newsline
The Utah State Library has partnered with the Utah Division of Service for the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide Newsline, a phone-based audio newspaper, magazine and information resource to Utah customers available 24/7. In 2011 USL paid $23,030 for Newsline for 825 customers who subscribe to the service, at a cost of approximately $28 per patron.
Volunteers
The USL local book recording program expanded to eight recording rooms; 28 volunteer book narrators and reviewers who produced 85 books this year. The USL Reading for the Blind program (RFB) at the Utah Department of Corrections recorded 174 new audio books and made 3,424 copies of 212 titles. The St. George Elks machine repair volunteer program donated 297 hours to USL. The total number of volunteer hours to USL's Blind and Disabled Program was 29,620.
International Collaboration
In April, USL consultants hosted five librarians from the Democratic Republic of Georgia. The delegation, accompanied by two interpreters, was arranged through the Utah Council for International Diplomacy, and included librarians from the National Parliamentary Library of Georgia, Tbilisi [Capitol City] Main Library. Discussion between professional librarians covered USL organization and operation, and a tour of the facility. Utah was the only state library visited during their trip to the United States, which also included the Library of Congress. Additionally, Ellen Forsyth, a library consultant with the State Library of New South Wales, Australia came to USL in June as she visited several Utah libraries. Her focus on collaboration included how USL influences resource sharing Statewide and conversation comparing library issues and trends.
Representatives from the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. and librarians from the eastern arm of the Multi States Center meet in Utah to tour USLs facility for the blind and disabled.
USL Board Members Jessica Van Buren (l), Terry Ann Harward (center) along with State Librarian Donna Jones Morris honor outgoing Board Chair Terry Ann for her service. Jessica Van Buren is the incoming USL Board Chair.
Members of the Utah State Library Board: Shelley Day, Terry Ann Harward, Jessica Van Buren, (Donna Jones Morris State Librarian) Michael Freeman, Georgia Loutensock, Lorri Quigley and DCC acting director Michael Hansen.