1.1. "RI Law" -- For more information see Selected Rhode Island State Laws Relating to Libraries.

1.2. "organized" -- i.e. cataloged and classified using professionally accepted library methods.

1.4. "library policy(s)" -- policy that define:

• 1.4.1. the library's primary clientele,
• 1.4.2. the extent to which others may have access to the library and its services,
• 1.4.3. the types and scope of services the library offers.

1.4. "library's governing body" -- e.g. Board of Trustees, School Administration, or it may be an individual such as the University President

1.5. "fixed location" -- a stable address and phone number; whether it is a single room or a central library with branches.

1.6. "regular hours" -- consistent open hours, not "by appointment", and posted on publicly.

2.1.1. "plan" -- the plan should describe where the library is currently in relation to the standard and what steps will taken to meet standard in 18 month. May or may not include: what software is being used for bibliographic description and control, how it displays electronically, what the library's current Internet connection is and whether it is adequate for the purpose, whether the catalog would be displayed in telnet or on the web. What steps will be taken, and when. What budget has been set aside, who else will be involved, e.g. technician, and what is the support from administration.

LORI Liason -- staff member designated to be responsible to: inform OLIS of personnel changes in the positions of LORI Liaison and ILL Contact; have the training and Internet access necessary to communicate with OLIS by
email; and keep apprised of information distributed by OLIS through the LORI website and
email and communicate such information to appropriate staff.

LORI ILL Contact -- staff member who has the primary responsibility for processing ILL loans and requests and who will be the primary contact regarding ILL business.

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