Friday, December 19, 2003

Friday Notes 2.  An on-line resource for NEILSA Librarians DEADLINES & DATES: I'll try to list all the upcoming dates of importance here, you will have to mine for the details. Your LSA will be closed for the holidays on:     Christmas - 12/24-28/2003 Wednesday to the weekend     New Years day The NEILSA staff and Trustees wish you a very joyous holiday season. VAN SERVICE: AEA 1 (Keystone), will resume regular delivery on Monday, Jan. 5,  2004. AEA 267, will resume  regular delivery on Monday, Jan. 5,  2004. REMINDER: This would be a good time to send your AEA a note of thanks for this service, and to let them know what it means to your library.  A carbon copy to your legislators would not hurt either.   The van deliver of ILL materials is an example of interagency cooperation [AEAs, LSA & local school/library] that does not show up on legislative windshields at budget cutting time except as a dead bug after it has been killed by the legislative ax.       County Meetings Scheduled: If your county meeting date is not on the schedule please contact Ken at NEILSA      Allamakee County Meeting -      Black Hawk County Meeting - When called - seldom      Bremer County Meeting - April 20, 2004 at 7:30 in Tripoli (?)      Buchanan County Meeting -      Butler County Meeting  - April 6, 2004 at 7:00 in Aplington      Chickasaw County Meeting -      Clayton County Meeting -      Delaware County Meeting - May 11, 2004 at 7:00 in Manchester      Dubuque County - DALINC - 18 December Breakfast meeting at the Hoffman House.     15 January Business meeting at the James Kennedy Public Library in Dyersville.      Fayette County Meeting - Maynard PL 4/15/4 & Oelwein PL Oct 15, 2004      Grundy County Meeting - 1/26/2004 at 09:00 in Wellsburg      Howard County Meeting   - Riceville 7:00 April 6th 2004 (I think)     Winneshiek County Meeting - November 4, 2004 @ 7:00 in Fort A NEXT weeks meetings - none Upcoming Grant Application Deadlines xx "End Plate" below CE: x "End Plate" ANNOUNCEMENTS: A FINAL chance to qualify for the Consortia by attending a CIPA/NCIPA class will be on 12/29 @ 1:00.  Contact Ken for details     New LINKS of interest: FROM: Representative Roger Thomas Iowa House of Representatives STATEHOUSE NEWS -- December 12, 2003 TRANSPORTATIONS DEPARTMENT COMMITTED TO IMPROVEMENTS If Iowans think back throughout the years, they've noticed many changes with Iowa's roads. Some of these changes have to do with advancements in technology, from electronic signs over the roadway to the pre-pass technology for semi trucks on the interstates. These technological advancements allow for the Department of Transportation and other agencies to better serve the public. Intelligent Transportation System is defined as "applications of information and technologies designed to improve the movement of people and goods." While these applications are being used across the nation, Iowa's initiative, On-Track, uses the technology in a variety of ways. Details about On-Track can be found at http://www.iowaontrack.com 511 and I-235 Last winter was the first time that travelers were able to dial "511" on either their wireless or wire line phone and get specific road reports for free. This information is also available on the internet by going to www.511ia.org. June of 2004 is the scheduled completion date for the installation of video cameras and radar speed sensors in greater Des Moines to help with the possible congestion as work continues along Interstate 235. These cameras and sensors will monitor the traffic flow and report to DOT personnel when and where congestion is occurring. DOT will then notify the public through 511 and overhead signs to warn travelers of the problems. When necessary, DOT will notify Highway Helper, law enforcement or emergency personnel. This system is portable, so once I-235 is completed, it can easily be relocated to another part of the state. Federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funds are paying for 80% of this system. DOT believes that once a community experiences this type of technology, they will want to keep it in place. Amber Alert Overhead signs on interstates have been used in other states to inform the public of missing persons. This has been successful, and Iowa's AMBER Alert Plan became effective March 13, 2003. Details of this can be found at www.iowaamberalert.org. This is another example of a coordinated effort between various agencies using technology for the public's safety. Automated Bridge De-icing Currently, DOT is experimenting with an automated bridge de-icing system on a westbound bridge on US 30 over Cedar Rapids. Equipment that has been installed is able to determine pavement conditions, wind, and precipitation. DOT personnel are then able to authorize, by phone or computer, the release of liquid chemicals to prevent ice build up on the bridge. DOT reported that it is easier and cheaper to install this system when building the bridge, but an existing bridge can be modified for this system. *********************************************** Thanks to those of you who have replied but I still would like to hear from the rest of you. Automation Systems: If you go to the LSA homepage (automation section) at: http://www.ilsa.lib.ia.us/liblinks.htm#autom you will find a list of libraries and the automation system being used in the library. Please send Ken an e-mail that lists 1. Your library name, 2. your automation system (with version) and anyone you share it with - for example if the library and the school share a system, common database not just the same automation vendor. PLANNED Automation Systems: IF you are planning to automate and have gone so far as to chose a vendor THEN it would be to your advantage to let Ken know (& NO I can not tell you why right now). CHANGES: None reported SURVEY time (con't): Ken is planning a class on DIRECTOR EVALUATION, out of this class will come a director evaluation instrument for boards to use in evaluating the director.  BUT I need some information from you in order to do this correctly. In order to go on the list to be invited to take part in the Director Evaluation class you will need to do, and submit, some homework.  IF you do the homework (Santa will keep a list & check it twice) THEN you will get a director evaluation class invite.  Otherwise..... Homework I: e-mail only please A. What are the best parts of the job, what do you like doing the most, what is most enjoyable? B. What are the worst parts of the job, what do you least like doing, what is the least enjoyable? CONSORTIA: e-rate 1. Your local "friendly" Consortia Director thanks you for getting the data in and wants you to know that he will be "on holiday" for the week of Christ Mass. 2. All Consortia members will receive a FINAL edit of the application FAX this weekend:    A. If you do not receive a fax let the office know (in writing - FAX or e-mail) by 12:00 NOON on Tuesday 12/23/2003.  IF you do not receive the FAX you are either:      I. NOT in the Consortia Application OR       II. Your fax is not turned on and working    B. The FAX will say in the subject line: Subject:    Final Edit FY 2004 e-rate discount Form 471 Application Below the subject line there will be one (telecommunications only) or two (telecommunications & Internet) "blocks".  THIS is your e-rate application for next year, check it carefully and if ANYTHING is incorrect write the correct information on the sheet and fax it back to the NEILSA office.                            The Block - Key In the upper left corner FRN: Your Funding Request Number  Next to FRN on right FCDL: blank 11. Category of Service: Telecommunications                                            Internet Check and see that you have a "block" for each service you are requesting.  No block no e-rate discount has been requested 12. 470 Application number: Ignore 13. SPIN: your vendors ID number - Ignore 14. Service Provider Name: Check and be certain that this is the vendor you expect to be using as of July 1, 2004 15. Contract Number: Ignore 16. Billing Account number: Ignore - usually the first 5 letters of your library + the phone number 17. Allowable Contract Date: Ignore - The first date in which I can file for you 18. Contract Award Date: Ignore 19a.Service Start Date: 07/01/2004 - Ignore 19b. Service end date: 06/30/2005 - Ignore 20. Contract Expiration Date: Ignore 21. Attachment #. Library Name + either POTS (for phone)  or Int (for Internet) 22. Block 4 Entity Number: Your library ID number - Ignore 23a. Monthly Charges: $ from your phone bill 23b. Ineligible monthly amt. : S from your vendors Item 21 attachment documentation 23c. Eligible Monthly Amount: 23a minus 23b 23d Number of months of service: 12 - Ignore 23e Annual pre-discount for eligible recurring services: 23c times 23d - Ignore 23f Annual non-recurring charges : (one-time e.g. installation charges) 23g Ineligible non-recurring charges: - Ignore 23h Annual pre-discount amount for eligible non-recurring charges: - Ignore 23i Total program year pre-discount amount: - Ignore 23j % discount (from Block 4): ## your discount 23k Funding Commitment Request: $###.## Amount you have requested - maximum you may receive, PIA can cut it but will NOT increase it. You should carefully check numbers 11., 14., and 23a.    IF any of these are incorrect mark the corrected amount on the sheet and FAX it to Ken at the office before 12/23/2003. IF I do not hear from you I will assume that you are satisfied with what is listed.     CONSORTIA PACKET: The Consortia packet itself: Is on-line at the NEILSA site at:   http://www.neilsa.org/erate/consortdocs04.html IF you have any questions PLEASE call Ken at the LSA office, that is why we are there, and this is a very unlogical/confusing federal government program.  Not understanding is the norm not unusual. END PLATE: Previously run & Long Announcements, Supporting Documents, & other "stuff" CE:     SPECIAL WORKSHOPS:                         CLASSES in NEILSA: Watch for upcoming spring Trustees Workshops April 17 & 24th     OTHER CE: You must register with the listed provider. Summer Library Project workshop dates and locations for 2004:  Feb 4 - Methodist Church - Mount Pleasant, Feb 5 - Coralville Public Library,  Feb 6 - Fayette Public Library,  Feb 9 - Everly Community Center, Feb 10 - Arthur Public Librarym Feb 11 - Elliott Public Library, Feb 12 - Urbandale Public Library, Feb 13 - Fisher Community Center - Marshalltown, Feb 19 - Music Man Square - Mason City, Feb 20 - Fort Dodge Public Library "Learning Activity Written Summery" may be found at: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/online-learningactivitywrittensummary.htm Complete details about re-certification are available at http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/recertification.html Self-Directed Learning Opportunities: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/Certification/alternate.htm Upcoming Grant Application Deadlines We The People Bookshelf grants The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) are accepting applications from public and school (K-12) libraries for the We The People Bookshelf grants. Part of NEH's We The People initiative, the Bookshelf project will award the 15 Bookshelf books for young readers to up to 500 libraries across the country. Selected libraries are required to present programs that highlight the theme of "courage" and encourage young readers to explore these works. Libraries interested in receiving the We The People Bookshelf grant can view the application and guidelines at http://www.ala.org/wethepeople or http://www.wethepeople.gov. Applications are being accepted online until February 15, 2004 for Round Two. 1. The State Historical Society of Iowa has had the HRDP funding restored and is inviting applications for preservation projects in documentary collections, museums, and historic preservation. Deadline is January 15, 2004. For details see (categories of acceptable projects are under the eligibility bullet): http://www.iowahistory.org/grants/shsi_grants/hrdp/hrdp.html 2. Upcoming IMLS Deadlines All deadlines for FY 2004 IMLS grant and award program applications can be viewed at: http://www.imls.gov/grants/dedln/index.htm Categories include: National Leadership Grants for Museums, Museums in the Community category; National Leadership Grants for Libraries, Continuing Education, Curriculum Development, and Training category; and Native American Library Services, Basic and Professional Assistance categories. 3. a couple sites with information on funding opportunities are: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/funding-info/ http://www.collectioncare.org/funding/funding.html All IMLS grant and award program deadlines can be viewed at: http://www.imls.gov/grants/dedln/index.htm All libraries may participate in the Iowa Educators Consortium Winter Paper Bid which has been awarded to The Paper Corporation in Des Moines. Information and the order form is located on the IEC web page. The download on this page refers to a mailing that went to schools, but you may download the order form directly. It is suggested that libraries partner with the local school or other county libraries in order to receive the free shipping advantage. Go to the IEC web page and click in the left column on Paper. http://www.iec-ia.org/MediaTech/MediaTechMain.html Deadline for orders is January 12, 2004. Judy Jones, State Library of Iowa LSTA Coordinator and Library Development Consultant Other LSA blogs:     SWILSA House blog at: http://www.swilsa.blogspot.com     Blogs for Libraries [WebJunction]     http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1432 On line Newsletters:     Regional Rag. http://www.sls.lib.ia.us/rag.htm The fine print stuff blogs - Friday Notes 2 AT -  http://radio.weblogs.com/0108327/ EDITORS NOTES: "x" & "xx" are long standing catalogers shorthand for:  x = See &  xx = See also NOTICE   DISCLAIMER - pick one, any one will do. MY disclaimer: Basically my opinions are my own, shared by no one else (sometimes), and are not the opinions of my agency, my board, my co-workers, my parents, siblings, relatives, my dogs or most any other know life form.  Except, of course, those very bright concerned, sensitive, perceptive &, in general, well educated, widely read and cultured individuals who wish to share this peculiar road to ruin, as well as a couple of down & out drugged out beatniks from the good old days. OK?  The "Prime Directive" applies. Edited by: Ken Davenport - NEILSA Consultant davenport@neilsa.org COPYLEFT NOTICE 2002: THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS FREE. It may be copied, distributed and/or modified under the conditions set down in the Design Science License published by Michael Stutz at http://dsl.org/copyleft/dsl.txt   COPYRIGHT Please note: material found on the web should be assumed to be under copyright and is presented here for purposes of education and research only. NOTE: If credited [via ???] or [from so & so] it is their material and not covered by my "Copyleft" notice.  Ken SOURCE: {Consultant} D:CorelwpdocsFridayNotes0613.wpd  August 2, 2002 BOILER PLATE FOOTNOTES: 1. WARNING: I will be able to give you about a 5 working day warning on deadlines (by e-mail, less otherwise) I have 10 days to reply, if I miss the deadline, well I won't miss, if you miss  ... I'll send it in late but .... SAMPLE                    {NOTE:   is a checkbox} This may be copied and made into a form for the library to use - IF you wish.  Your name PUBLIC LIBRARY Patron's Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials or Web URLs   Director   Approved for Removal/Inclusion   Settled _____________________   Request Materials committee review    Full Board Special Meeting scheduled _______   Approved for Removal/Retention   Final decision ____________________________ Title/URL____________~____________ Author__________~___________Book_______Magazine_______ URL _____ Other______ (Use additional sheets/window shots if necessary.) 1.    How did the material come to your attention? 2.    Have you read or reviewed the entire item?                                                       3. What objections do you have to the material?  Please cite specific pages, links and/or passages.  Are your objections moral, political, religious or aesthetic?  4.    What is good about the material? 5.    What reviews have your read or heard about the material? 6.    What do you think is the theme of the material and the intention of the author? 7.   To what readers, do you feel, is the material objectionable?  Please be specific. 8.   How would you answer people who feel that the material is important and should be in the library? 9.   Have you reviewed the library selection policy or Acceptable Use Policy   Yes    No    10. Would you prefer that the library not allow you to view material of this kind?   Date____________Signature______________________~_______________________ Telephone(_____)______~______Name (please print)______________~___________              Address________________________________~____________________________ Name of organization if you represent a group of people____________~____________ Return to:  Director Public Library 12:30:08 PM    comment []

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