From the Director's Desk

March 3, 2010

Beverly J. Obert, Executive Director, Rolling Prairie Library System
Beverly J. Obert, Executive Director

RPLS Top Ten

We are coming to the end of a cold and snowy winter. Funding issues are on nearly everyone’s mind, but here at RPLS we are looking to the future. We appreciate the support of our members in sending emails to gain the release of funding for the System. The staff at RPLS is committed to library service. We are working to keep doing what we do best: enabling resource-sharing and helping our member libraries.

Here is the RPLS Top Ten List of what we do for you!

10. Through RPLS, you can have fully functional, professional looking websites (PLINKIT).

9. Because of RPLS, you are able to offer your patrons an online catalog/circulation system at reasonable cost and without having to install a server or hire IT staff.

8. You receive amazing delivery from RPLS at no charge.

7. As an RPLS member you receive learning opportunities, whatever your learning style, face-to-face or online.

6. Because of RPLS your LLSAP library patrons have easy access 24/7 to materials at 152 libraries.

5. You get personalized visits from your RPLS consultants.

4. When it is time to think about applying for grants, building an addition, or forming a library district, you can count on RPLS staff to guide you.

3. You can pick up the phone or send an email to get professional advice five days a week.

2. The library news you need to know is delivered to your desktop from RPLS.

1. Money may be tight, but RPLS continues to provide great services to you, our member librarians!

Can you add to the list? We’d love to hear YOUR top ten!

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