Illinois
Libraries

George H. Ryan Secretary of State and State Librarian Bridget L. Lamont Director, Illinois State Library Kathleen L. Bloomberg Editor Nancy Krah Kristie Metrow Assistant Editors Editorial Policy ILLINOIS LIBRARIES is the official journal of the Illinois State Library. The purpose of ILLINOIS LIBRARIES is to disseminate articles of general interest to library staff and library governing officials in Illinois who represent all types of libraries and library consortia. Every effort is made to provide a balanced treatment of library-related issues. Articles are solicited that will address the interests of the publication's audience. Individuals are also encouraged to submit unsolicited articles for consideration. Articles are not limited to Illinois contributors, and guidelines for manuscript submission are available upon request. ILLINOIS LIBRARIES will not compensate authors for submitted or requested articles. The editor and/or the director of the Illinois State Library has the right to reject and/or edit articles before printing. Edited manuscripts and/or galley-proofs cannot be sent to individuals for approval. Published articles do not necessarily repreent the views of the Illinois State Library and the Office of the Secretary of State. Articles from ILLINOIS LIBRARIES may not be reprinted without prior written permission of the Illinois State Library. Reprint of an article should include a credit to ILLINOIS LIBRARIES. For permission, contact Editor, ILLINOIS LIBRARIES, Illinois State Library, 300 South Second Street, Room 502, Springfield, IL 62701-1796. Telephone: (217) 785-0052. Internet; kbloomb@library.sos.state.il.us No advertisements are allowed in ILLINOIS LIBRARIES. Forms and other tear out sheets cannot be placed in ILLINOIS LIBRARIES due to postal regulations. ILLINOIS LIBRARIES is free of charge. Back issues, if available, are also free of charge. ILLINOIS LIBRARIES (ISSN 0019-2104; OCLC 1752654); publishes four issues yearly. (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall) Published by the Illinois State Library, Room 502, Springfield, IL 62701-1796, Periodical postage paid at Springfield, IL. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ILLINOIS LIBRARIES, Illinois State Library, 300 S. Second Street, Springfield, IL 62701 1746.

Summer 1996    Springfield, Illinois    Vol. 78 No. 3 Table of Contents Preface Kathleen L. Bloomberg..............................................116 Liability Issues and the Internet:Part 2- Internet Access Scott F. Uhler and Philippe R. Weiss.........................117 Censorship and the Public Librarian Mark W. Sorensen ......................................................................120 What do you do when the Answer is YES? Planning Technology for a New Academic Library Corinne J. Potter .....................................124 Internet Success Stories from the Lewis & Clark Library System Edited by Jan Eakins Jones................................................127 The Rise of Southeast Asia Collections and the Donn V. Hart Collection at Northern Illinois University Chalermsee Olson................................................141 Books at the Millennium: Metamorphosis or Death? Mark W. Sorenson................................................145 Special Populations Served by Illinois Public Libraries as Reported on the FY96 Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant Applications Lisa A. Wright................................................150 The Illinois Library System Act: Administrative Rules ................................................156

113

Illinois State Library Advisory Committee 1996
Name	Area Specialization	Term Expires
Patrick Losinski Warren-Newport Public Library District	Public Libraries	1998
Jill Rodriguez Bensenville Community Public Library District	Public Libraries	1998
Brenda Foote Sparta Public Library	Public Libraries	1997
Alice Calabrese Director, Chicago Library System	Library Systems	1996
Travis Tyer Alliance Library System	Library Systems	1996
Pam Feather Director, DuPage Library System	Library Systems	1998
Faye Tharp East St. Louis School District 189	School Libraries	1996
Marti Guarin Illinois Mathematics & Science Academy	School Libraries	1997
Fred Peterson Milner Library/Illinois State University	Academic Libraries	1996
Doris Brown DePaul University	Academic Libraries	1996
Trudy Landwirth U of I Medical School, Peoria	Institutional Libraries	1997
Kay Cloyes Caterpillar, Inc.	Special Libraries	1997
Catherine H. Randall Jacksonville, Illinois	Blind & Physically Handicapped	1997
Barbara Burroughs Rock Falls, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1998
Mary Barb Johnson Lake Forest, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1996
Sandra Churchill Lake Villa, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1996
Michael McKnight Peoria, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1997
David Dyer Elmhurst, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1999
Mary Kay Kickels Palos Hills, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1997

Ex Officio Members

Mary Dempsey, Commissioner, Chicago Public Library
Sue Stroyan, President, Illinois Library Association

114

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62756

GEORGE H. RYAN

SECRETARY OF STATE

Dear Friends,

During the summer months, the anticipated slowdown of library activities never seems to materialize. Academic libraries are busy with students from summer classes; special libraries continue to meet work force needs; and public libraries are flooded with summer reading club participants. We also know that many school librarians are spending time during the summer break to plan next year's activities.

In addition to ongoing activities, many Illinois librarians also are spending time this summer in developing grant applications. Public library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant applications are due in July as always, and several special grant offerings are also available to the Illinois library community.

After reviewing letters of intent, many libraries, in partnership with other community agencies, are developing applications for community/regional information networks that will be funded with Library Services & Construction Act (LSCA) federal funds, administered by the Office of the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library. Some public libraries are developing applications for LSCA grants for new and innovative services. Additionally, LSCA Title II funds from the U.S. Department of Education, which are earmarked for public library technology enhancement and construction, are available for Internet connections, computer peripherals such as laser printers and CD-Rom towers, and the installation of local area networks. I am pleased that so many grant opportunities are available to enhance and improve library services to Illinois residents.

I hope the next few months will also provide some time for rest for you, including time to relax with a good book.

Sincerely,

GEORGE H. RYAN Secretary of State and State Librarian

115