The Washington State Library Commission has established the Digital Imaging Initiative to provide support for libraries wishing to convert collections to digital formats. The goal of the project is to improve access to information of historical significance.
Examples are collections of photographs, newspapers, manuscripts, letters and diaries.
A survey of libraries in the state was conducted in June 1999 to determine the level of interest in conducts digital imaging projects. Complete survey results are reported the joint meeting of the Library Council of Washington, and the Library Commission on Tuesday, July 20, 1999. Results of the survey are attached below. Specific responses to each of fifteen questions are noted. Survey responses indicate a significant level of interest among libraries in Washington in conducting digital imaging projects.