Idaho Commission for Libraries

The Advisory Council is appointed by the Board of Library Commissioners in accordance with the Library Services and Technology Act, P.L. 104-208. The Council broadly represents the library community and library users, and serves to advise the Board of Library Commissioners as outlined below:

Membership

Definition & Purpose:

A needs assessment process reveals the influences acting on the library. Information collected shapes the services and programs that best fit the library’s strengths and budget. Ultimately, it informs a vision for future development.

Results of a needs assessment can be used in a variety of situations:

2009 LSTA Grant Guide

Continuing Education Grant Applications for Libraries

Recent Grants awarded:

5/28/2008

• Lewiston City Library — Access for All Seniors Outreach Homebound $1,980.00
• Kootenai Shoshone Lib. — Access for All Seniors Outreach Program Seniors $2,000.00

6/11/2008 - Read to Me State Grants

• Ada Community Library - Star $5,000.00

Congratulations Recipients!

• Stanley Public Library was awarded an Advocacy Grant for use for Teen Gaming
• Ada Community was awarded an Advocacy Grant for a Digital Native Summit
• Boise Basin Library District was awarded an Advocacy Grant for eAudiobooks