Illinois
Libraries

Jesse White Secretary of State and State Librarian Jean E. Wilkins Director, Illinois State Library Kathleen L. Bloomberg Editor Kristie Metrow Assistant Editor 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.

Winter 1999      Springfield, Illinois         Vol. 81 No. 1 Table of Contents Preservation - Everybody's Job. Elizabeth M. Schobernd    5 A Library CD-ROM Collection for Educators Marilyn E. Barnes   11 Questions and Answers on Library Law: The Freedom of Information Act, Part 2 Scott Uhler, Janet Petsche and Rinda Allison   20 A New Look at Community Connections Jane Angelis and Joan Wood   23 Stone Soup: A Recipe for Successful Coalitions. Joan Wood    25 Building Dynamic Coalitions: A Communication Model Jane Angelis   29 The Illinois State Library: 1818-1870. Mark Sorensen    33 Virtual Reference Desk for Regional Education Center Libraries Jim Jackson and Becky Parton    39 R.E.A.D. (Read, Enjoy and Do) Barbara Flynn      42 Library Services and Technology Grants in Illinois: Fiscal Year 1998   50 Guidelines for Illinois Libraries Manuscripts       60

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Illinois State Library Advisory Committee 1998

Name	Term Expires
Lydia Acosta Fountaindale Public Library District, Bolingbrook	2000
Ann P. Bishop Graduate Library School, University of Illinois, Urbana	1999
Doris Brown DePaul University, Chicago	1999
Barbara Burroughs Rock Falls	1998
David Dyer Elmhurst	1999
Pam Feather DuPage Library System, Geneva	1998
Dale Hoover Danville	2000
Jan Ison Lincoln Trail Libraries System, Champaign	1999
Mary Barb Johnson Lake Forest	1999
Mary Kay Kickels Palos Hills	2000
Robert Plotzke Rolling Prairie Library System, Decatur	1999
Jill Rodriguez Besenville Community Public Library District	1998
Fayne Tharp East St. Louis School District 189	1999
Robert Wedgeworth University of Illinois, Urbana	1999
Mary Wyly Newberry Library, Chicago	2000
Jane Yoder Waukegan Community Unit Schools, District 60	2000
Kathleen Zar University of Chicago	2000

Ex Officio Member
Pamela Gaitskill, President, Illinois Library Association
Mary Dempsey, Commissioner, Chicago Public Library

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Jesse White Secretary of State

Dear Friends,

This issue of Illinois Libraries marks the beginning of my administration as Secretary of State as well as a renewed approach to bringing library services to the people of Illinois.

Illinois has a long-standing tradition of outstanding library service. I am very impressed by the dedication of library personnel and governing officials in this state. I look forward to working together with you as we address the many issues that affect our libraries today and into the next century.

Through publications such as Illinois Libraries and Insight, the State Library's bimonthly newsletter, my office will continue providing information on innovative library programs, exemplary grant projects and new technologies. As the next millennium draws near, I accept the challenge of making sure Illinois libraries are equipped with the technology, staff and physical resources necessary to maintain their role as a vital and valuable resource for all Illinois citizens.

Sincerely, JESSE WHITE Secretary of State and State Librarian

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Preface

Kathleen L. Bloomberg

An array of library topics are covered in this issue of Illinois Libraries, including coalition building, preservation and technology. Several of the articles resulted from successful Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) projects, including the articles titled "R.E.A.D" and "Virtual Reference Desk for Regional Education Center Libraries." Additionally, an article with summaries of last year's LSTA projects are included to provide information on outstanding LSTA initiatives.

This issue also includes part two of a three-part article on the Freedom of Information Act. Attorneys Scott Uhler, Janet Petsche and Rinda Allison have provided a very informative and useful resource for libraries that are covered under the Freedom of Information Act.

The first decades of the Illinois State Library, which celebrates its 160" anniversary this year, are depicted in another article. Mark Sorensen's article, which covers 1818 through 1870, offers an excellent overview of the State Library's beginning, including its tie to Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas.

As always, your contributions are welcomed. Manuscript guidelines are included at the end of the issue.

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