Inclusion of realistic, attainable, time-bounded objectives. The application must include the new census figure to be used, and written verification from the United States Bureau of the Census. Any library planning to use State Aid moneys for new construction, an addition or structural changes to the present building shall submit its building program and preliminary building plans to the State Librarian for review and approval. The State Librarian shall review all State Library Aid rules every five years and recommend appropriate revisions to the Secretary of State to ensure that libraries throughout the State move toward the achievement of national standards and the development of appropriate library service. The State Library Advisory Council may recommend appropriate revisions to the State Librarian.
Any public library is eligible to participate in the program.
County library assistance aid for the planning and development of expanded county library service. The purpose of this emergency aid grant program is to help alleviate unforeseeable, emergency conditions in any public library. The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Damages or losses caused by normal wear and tear, deterioration, defect, mechanical breakdown or neglect are not considered emergencies. Any additional reports or information the State Librarian may request.