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Subject:    [PUBLIB] A question for consortium libraries (fwd)
From:       plib2 () webjunction ! org (PUBLIB)
Date:       2000-07-31 20:59:02
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Sender: "Canepa, Kerri A." <CanepaKA@ci.anchorage.ak.us>
Subject: A question for consortium libraries

The Anchorage Municipal Libraries, the University of Alaska-Anchorage, and
the Alaska Resource Library now share common item and patron databases.
Currently, we are operating individually, issuing our own library cards, and
following our own policies. We are considering creating a consortium system
but there are many issues that need resolution before that happens. As I see
it, one of our greatest challenges is developing a financial system that
works for everyone. 

Are there any consortium libraries out there with words of wisdom or
guidance? The municipal and university financial systems are very different
from each other and we're not sure we could come up with something that
would work. Also, we've never anything quite like this before so we're not
sure what kinds of questions to ask. Suggestions or comments would be
gratefully appreciated.

Kerri Canepa
Circulation Supervisor
Anchorage Municipal Libraries
Anchorage, AK
907-343-2942

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