Public Libraries
March 22, 2010We found that Minnesota uses a complex, multilayered approach to deliver public library services, but local governments are primarily responsible for funding and administration. We also found wide variations in what local governments contribute financially to provide library services. We recommend a way to simplify the delivery structure but leave the funding disparity issue to local elected officials to resolve.
Summary, 4 page, PDF format
Summary, plain text format
Full text of report, 101 pages, PDF format
The evaluators for this report: Jo Vos, Evaluation Manager, Phone (651) 296-1233, and Emi Bennett