Information/Services for Library Staff

Ask a Librarian - Public Library Visual Materials/Kit Request

This service is designed to help Kentucky public librarians request or reserve the visual materials they need for programming or for their customers.

Ask a Librarian - Research Assistance for Reference Librarians

This service is designed to assist public librarians with questions related to library science, research of Kentucky topics, reference look-up, and general research assistance.

Automation

Offers suggestions as well as state guidelines for starting a library's automation process.

Bookmobiles and Outreach Services

Receive assistance with bookmobile acquisition and maintenance.

Certification

Instruction on how to obtain Kentucky Public Librarian Certification. Includes listings of program requirements, regulations, an online manual, application forms, and frequently asked questions.

Children's and Young Adult Services

Resources for public librarians serving infants, toddlers, children and young adults, with listings of suggested trainers, performers and presenters for various topics related to children's and young adult services, and purchases for Children's and Young Adult book collections.

Collections/Kits

Information regarding the large-print book collections distributed to public libraries by the State Library and/or Children's Services.

Continuing Education

Resources of training and education for public librarians and trustees.

E-rate

Provides information on obtaining telecommunications and Internet access discounts to assist schools and libraries.

Facilities and Construction

Information on current library construction projects in the Commonwealth, as well as information on how to obtain construction grants.

Grants

Information on the types of grants administered by KDLA, calendars, links, and more.

Interlibrary Loan Information

The ILL policy for borrowing items from the State Library, including item availability, check out periods and mailing procedures.

KTBL - Kentucky Talking Book Library

Instructions on how to access the audiobooks, Braille books, and descriptive videos in KDLA's Kentucky Talking Book collections.

Kentucky Resource Sharing Program

KDLA supports all types of libraries in the Commonwealth in their missions of providing information to their customers: the citizens. This is accomplished by supporting basic resource sharing programs and partnering and working closely with the Kentucky Virtual Library.

Library Job Hotline

An up-to-date listing of library-related positions available in Kentucky.

Performer/Presenter Recommendations

Recommendations for guest performers for library programming, such as Summer Reading, Storytime, and holidays.

Submit Recommendations using the Form for Kentucky librarians

Public Library Codes

Codes needed to complete the first form (470) that must be filed by a school or library in the E-rate application process as specified by the FCC in the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

Public Library Standards

A manual describing public library standards developed by the Kentucky Library Association (KLA) and the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives on such topics as voluntary participation, varied service levels and ease of use.

Public Library Statistics

A summary of library statistics for the most recent year, and comparisons with the three prior years in various per capita library measures, including county by county library statistics in 88 categories, a select group of statistics arranged in order of county population and a cross-index of county and item numbers for specific county statistics. Includes the Kentucky Public Library Salary and Benefits Survey comparing libraries based on population served and revenues received.

Technology Plan 2007: PDF format | DOC format

The second form (471) needed to apply for the telecommunications rate reductions for public libraries as specified by the FCC in the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

Listservs

For Library Directors

KYLIBDIR is designed to provide the library directors of Kentucky's public libraries with a forum to discuss library-related issues of common interest.
To SUBSCRIBE: Send a message to Nicole.frilling@kentonlibrary.org Message should say: subscribe kylibdir

For Adult Event Program Staff

KyProgrammers is an email discussion list for Kentucky public library employees who plan programming for adults. It is a place to ask questions and share ideas, as well as a tool to facilitate cooperation and develop as a unified group. To subscribe please click on this link and follow the directions: http://www.kentonlibrary.org/mailman/listinfo/kyprogrammers

For Public Relations/Marketing Staff

KDLA-PR is a monitored discussion list devoted to those who work with public relations and marketing for their library. This listserv will give PR staff an opportunity to share ideas and strategies for increasing public awareness of libraries programs and services, as well as spreading the message that public libraries are community anchors.

TO SUBSCRIBE: Send a blank email message to join-kdla-pr@listserv.ky.gov. You will receive an email confirmation.

For Trustees

To join the list, send email with the subject "Kentucky Library Trustees" to Nicole.frilling@kentonlibrary.org. In the body of the message, list your name and the name of your library. You will be emailed instructions for posting to this moderated discussion list.

For Friends

Go to http://listserv.ky.gov/read/all_forums/. You will see an alphabetical list of discussion groups. Click "show more" at the bottom of the page. Scroll down until you see "kylibfriends." Click "subscribe" at the far right side of the KYAC line. Follow all prompts to enter your email address and subscription preferences. You will receive an email confirmation.

For Bookmobile/Outreach Program Staff

KBOS is a monitored discussion list devoted to Kentucky’s bookmobile and outreach services librarians. By using this listserv, individuals from around the state will have the chance to share ideas, voice concerns, and make valuable contacts all through their e-mail.
TO SUBSCRIBE: Send a blank email message to join-kbos@listserv.state.ky.us

For Children's or Young Adult Program Staff

KYAC is a monitored discussion list devoted to Kentucky’s public librarians serving youth and children. By using this listserv, individuals from around the state will have the chance to share ideas, voice concerns, and make valuable contacts all through their e-mail.
TO SUBSCRIBE: Send a blank message to: join-kyac@listserv.state.ky.us