What should be the overall goals of state funding to public libraries?
The goal of state funding for public libraries is enhanced public library service for the residents of the state of Michigan. In the provision of quality library services to those end users – Michigan’s residents – we must strive for equity, accountability, efficiency and sustainability. Funding from the state should result in measurable outcomes with a benchmark for essential services afforded all residents of the state. It is important that state funding of public libraries be strengthened by clear definition and equity across all districts.
