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Pennsylvania’s Federated County Library Systems:
Outstanding Service Through Cooperation
The state’s 33 federate public library systems provide a unique framework for providing outstanding service to citizens. Each federated system consists of 2 or more independent public libraries which have joined together. The libraries agree to share services and resources and to efficiently provide library service to entire counties.
Service & Programs
Shared library technology
Delivery service
Staff training and development
Centralized ordering and processing
Group benefits
Rotating collections of books and other items, such as videos, DVDs, books on tape and CD, large print books
Bookmobile service
Programs for preschool children and their parents
Outreach programs to day care centers
Outreach programs for older adults
Shared access to the Internet and online resources
Consulting and strategic planning
Homework help, research assistance and support to homeschoolers
Advantages of Federated Library Systems
Libraries are voluntary members of federated systems
Allows local control of member libraries, focusing on local needs
Provide enhanced, uniform library services to all county residents
Provide economies of scale and efficiencies
Generate more state income, including county coordination aid
Share library resources and expertise
Coordinate system-wide activities and grants
Negotiate for system-wide pricing plans
Advocate for libraries and library programs
Provide a model for other county cooperative activities
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The Association of Pennsylvania Public Library Systems