Usage statistics, quantitative ratings by librarians, comments by librarians, cancellation data, and narrative and published reviews were all useful elements for the overall review. Recommendation Renew if total cost is no more than present cost and if concerns about CA are met. Subcommittee has not engaged in renewal negotiations. Action Subcommittee s thorough report accepted. Renewal process will be examined in July.
Faculty have more positive comments.
Areas covered by CIAO and OA are very similar. Community colleges doubt it would get much use. Will merit consideration again in the future. The above recommendation accepted and affirmed. They want a two-year guarantee that we will continue print subscriptions.