Illinois
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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 Elizabeth Warren Editorial Assistant 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 Libraryandthe 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 1995     Springfield, Illinois    Vol. 77 No. 3 Table of Contents Preface Kathleen L. Bloomberg..............................................116 The Wide World of Webs William (Toby) Gibson..........................117 How to Plan a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Library Sybil Stern Mervis......................................................................123 Passing a Library Tax Referendum By a Margin of Better than 4-1 Jim Bradley .....................................128 "At-Will" Employment and Illinois Libraries Scott Uhler and Philippe Weiss............................133 Federal Depositories in Illinois-A Survey ILLINET Government Depository Coordinating Council................................................136 Knowledge of the American Library Association's Code of Ethics Among Illinois Public Library Directors: A Study John A. Moorman................................................140

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Illinois State Library Advisory Committee 1994
Name	Area Specialization	Term Expires
Carolyn Anthony Skokie Public Library	Public Libraries	1995
Jill Rodriguez Bensenville Community Public Library District	Public Libraries	1995
Brenda Foote Sparta Public Library	Public Libraries	1997
Alice Calaberese Director, Chciago Library System	Library Systems	1996
Travis Tyer Alliance Library System	Library Systems	1996
Pam Feather Director, DuPage Library System	Library Systems	1995
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
Bryce Allen Graduate Library School/University of Illinois	Library Education	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	1995
Mary Barb Johnson Lake Forest, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1996
Sandra Churchill Antioch, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1996
Michael McKnight Peoria, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1997
Christine Udsten Crystal Lake, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1996
Mary Kay Kickels Chicago, Illinois	Citizen Representative	1997

Ex Officio Members

Mary Dempsey, Commissioner, Chicago Public Library
Lee Logan, President, Illinois Library Association
J. Robert Sampson, Illinois State Board of Education

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OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62756

GEORGE H. RYAN

SECRETARY OF STATE

Dear Friends,

A library construction project is an exhausting but exhilarating time for the library community. Whether the project involves remodeling an existing library or the construction of a brand new facility/all types of libraries share similar experiences beginning with the planning process. Illinois "Live & Learn" funds for library construction have aided many public libraries in their building efforts. Although access to electronic resources is increasing library collections without the need to physically house the information, libraries still need inviting and convenient places for their patrons. The ideal public library, as denned in a survey 10 years ago, is a cheerful well-lit building with convenient parking. These characteristics will continue to be very important in the future in addition to maximizing the potential of our emerging role as digital libraries.

Two recent library success stories involving construction of new buildings are covered in this issue. The Danville and Maywood public libraries drew on strong community support to implement their building projects. The efforts of the dedicated library staff and library trustees in these communities culminated in making their construction dreams become reality. It is very difficult to pass any type of property tax referendums anywhere, but the overwhelming success of the Maywood Public Library's bond referendum is encouraging to others.

As State Librarian, I am very interested in success stories in all aspects of library service. The work of the library community in expanding access to information is very important to the state's well being, and I applaud your efforts and ongoing success.

Sincerely,

GEORGE H. RYAN
Secretary of State
and State Librarian

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