FY08 AGREEMENTS DUE

August 31st is the deadline to turn in your library’s Enrich Iowa Letter of Agreement. Return the form to the State Library by this Friday, August 31st. If you need a blank form, go to http://www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/enrich-ia.

ENRICH IOWA COMPONENTS

Enrich Iowa encompasses the three direct funding programs provided by the State of Iowa. The Direct State Aid component is available only to public libraries and provides enhancement (not replacement) of local budgets. Monies are spent by the library based on local needs and are intended to increase service levels of Iowa’s libraries. The other two components, Open Access and Access Plus, are available to all Iowa libraries and provide compensation for participating in resource sharing with other participating libraries. For an FAQ on the programs, visit http://www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/enrich-ia/enrich-ia-fy2007/ei-faq-08.

FY07 REPORTS WERE DUE JULY 31

The only requirement is for libraries to fill out a simple report at the end of the fiscal year, describing how the funds were used to benefit the library. These reports are required by the legislature. If you haven’t filled out the form for FY07, you will need to do so immediately to be eligible for funding in FY08. In September the amounts will be set for FY08.

You can fill out your report online at http://www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/enrich-ia/dsaid. Reports were due July 31, 2007.

Let us know if you have questions or need assistance.