MEMBER LIBRARY WEEKLY BULLETIN
No. 04-06 February 13, 2004
- ERIC FRANKS, Computer Network Specialist
AntiVirus Software:
Another reminder that your library should be running the LiveUpdate function of your AntiVirus program on a weekly basis. This is true even of the updated Symantec AntiVirus software that we are installing now. Circulation, Tech Services and other office computers can be set to do automatic live updates, but the Internet and iPac computers that have security on them MUST be run manually.
Also, if you have Gates Foundation computers with Centurion Guard installed you have to unlock that before powering up your computer to do updates. If you do not unlock Centurion Guard, all updates and changes that you make, whether logged in as EXEC or not, will NOT be saved when you reboot the computer.
Over the last couple of weeks we have sent out some specific virus warnings notifying you of the dangers of some newly discovered threats. We will continue to do so when there are specific threats that could cause damage or are very wide spread. However, these warnings do not take the place of regularly scheduled, weekly updates.
· MELANIE HEMINGWAY, Outreach Services
#1 - I now have copies of the 2004-2005 ADULT LITERACY LIBRARY SERVICES Grant Application if anyone needs one.
This state aid helps public libraries develop or expand adult literacy services in collaboration with a local literacy provider such as a school, college, volunteer group or other nonprofit organization. Two-year projects are encouraged!
Your library can MAKE A DIFFERENCE by assisting adults to become literate through library-based programs. In turn, these programs will bring previous nonusers into the library. Please submit your application to FLLS by April 15 (deadline in DLD is April 19).
#2 – What: The Finger Lakes Library System presents
“ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES—ACCESS FOR ALL:
Improving Access To Computer-Based Information
For People With Disabilities”
Who: Guest Speaker Sharon Trerise
Coordinator of Accessible Information Technology
at the Northeast ADA & IT Center of Cornell University
When: System Meeting
Thursday, February 26, 2004
9:30 – Noon
Where: Borg-Warner Room
Tompkins County Public Library
101 E. Green St.
Ithaca, NY
Why: Reason #3 -- Exploding myths: Some basic truths
-Many disabilities are invisible, including deafness, hearing problems, heart and breathing problems, and learning disabilities.
Learning disabilities are overwhelmingly reading disabilities (80%).
Don't count on being able to identify people with disabilities.
Aim to serve the largest number of people in the most situations.
-Many accessibility "fixes" are inexpensive.
Get the current facts about current solutions.
-Tools and solutions that are essential for people with disabilities also help others.
Think about how everyone uses street curb cuts. Then think "electronic curb cuts."
-Equity of Access, Intellectual Freedom, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, and Diversity
Goals of libraries can't be achieved without effective library service for people with disabilities.
To bridge the digital divide, we must include people with disabilities.
·ROBERT McLAUGHLIN, Cataloging Services
Remember to make sure that on audio materials the Dynix collection code is a match for the call number prefix. A call number prefix of CD should never be used on an item that has a Dynix collection code BOCD. Similarly, a call number prefix of PTC should never be used on an item that has a Dynix collection code BOT. If you use the call number prefix CD, the item should use the Dynix collection code CD (see below concerning the change of CDFLLS to CD), and if you use the call number PTC, the item should use the Dynix collection code PTC. How each of the call number prefixes are defined can be seen below. The call number prefixes below are displayed to define how each are used.
Call number Format Definition
prefix
BOT “Books” Fiction, non-fiction, poetry
BOCD
J-BOT
J-BOCD
PTC “Non-books” Music, monologues with music,
CD speeches, prayers, sermons, TV
CPTC and movie soundtracks, radio plays,
J-CD radio broadcasts and programs (e.g. discussions, interviews, etc.), natural and man-made sounds, foreign language recordings, teaching recordings other than foreign language – and any other recordings that were not originally published in book form
Call number Dynix collection
prefix code
BOT use BOT
BOCD use BOCD
J-BOT use BOTJ
J-BOCD use BOCDJ
PTC use PTC
CD use CD *
CPTC use JPT
J-CD use CDJ
To reduce confusion, the Dynix collection code used with the Call number prefix CD has been changed from CDFLLS to just CD. All Dynix holdings for member libraries using CDFLLS as a Dynix collection code now have CD. CDFLLS is listed as an INVALID Dynix collection code – be sure to remember this when you add new holdings.
This subject will be one of the topics presented at the next FALCON meeting on Thursday, Feb. 19. If you have any immediate questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Jan Aguirre.
·DIANA McFARLAND, Youth Services Coordinator
Summer Reading JanWay Orders
Just a reminder that summer reading orders from JanWay are due to FLLS TODAY!!!!!!! If you haven’t sent your order in, but are would still like to be part of the group order, please let me know! Orders may be faxed or sent in the delivery. Thanks!
·KAREN CREENAN, Executive DirectorTo: Member Library Directors And Trustees
Re: NYS Funding for Libraries in Jeopardy
GOVERNOR PATAKI’S RECENTLY RELEASED EXECUTIVE BUDGET PROPOSES A 5% REDUCTION IN FUNDING FOR LIBRARIES. As a result, libraries and library systems across New York State including the Finger Lakes Library System are once again facing a financial crisis. If the Governor’s proposal becomes reality, New York State Aid for the Finger Lakes Library System, our member libraries and our Central Library will be reduced by a total of $68,814. This number includes a reduction in the Local Library Services Aid which is distributed to our member libraries; a reduction in Central Library Aid; and a reduction of $55,246 from the Finger Lakes Library System operating budget. In addition, funding for local library construction and special program grants will be similarly affected.
Libraries have received no increase in New York State funding since 1998. It is difficult to maintain services in the face of rising operational costs without a corresponding increase in revenue. Any reduction in funding, no matter the amount will have a negative impact on the Finger Lakes Library System budget and on the services we are able to offer to our members and their cardholders. We desperately need an increase in New York State funding, not a reduction.
WE NEED YOUR HELP. Our only chance to avert this funding cut and help address increasing costs, is to persuade our New York State Senators and Assemblypersons to increase library funding in the final state budget. NYLA is asking the Legislature to add $13.7 million for libraries to the final budget. This money would restore the $4,443,000 cut proposed by the Governor; acknowledge the increased demand for library services statewide; sustain and increase electronic networks and databases; help the library community contribute to quality education for all students; and provide all people in this State with excellent information services.
We were successful last year in averting a much larger proposed reduction in funding. We can do it again if all library advocates, library staff, trustees, friends, and library users will contact their elected representatives in support of library funding. The Legislature is busy now preparing its response to the Governor's budget in the hope that a final budget agreement can be reached by the constitutional deadline of April 1. Since the Legislature does not have a formally scheduled session in Albany next week, (February 16 through 21), many Senators and Assemblypeople will be in their local offices. This is the ideal time to contact them. As always there is much competition for scarce state dollars, and many constituencies are arguing loudly and clearly for their own interests. Librarians, library trustees, and library supporters need to do the same.
ADVOCACY PACKETS were recently distributed to FLLS member libraries through the delivery. These packets contain a variety of information and tools including our Public Officials Guide, sample letters, posters and other items designed to help with advocacy efforts. Please use these materials to encourage people in your communities to contact their legislators in support of increased New York State funding for libraries. Their message can be very simple but should include personal comments about why the library is important to them. It can be delivered by mail, phone fax or e-mail.NYLA’S ANNUAL LIBRARY LOBBY DAY is scheduled for March 16. We invite member library staff, trustees and library supporters to accompany us to Albany on that day to speak to our legislators in person about the need for increased state aid for libraries. FLLS will be sending our minivan and coordinating other means of transportation as needed. We will also provide facts and information to help you deliver the message. This official contact is important because it gives our message a “face.” We hope you can join us.
Thank you all for helping!
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