What is a public library and other FAQs about the PLS Survey

FSCS Public Library Definition

 

A public library is an entity that is established under state enabling laws or regulations to serve a community,

district, or region, and that provides at least the following:

 

1. An organized collection of printed or other library materials, or a combination thereof;
2. Paid staff;
3. An established schedule in which services of the staff are available to the public;
4. The facilities necessary to support such a collection, staff, and schedule; and
5. Is supported in whole or in part with public funds.

 

 

FSCS ID

 

This is the identification code assigned by WebPLUS to the administrative entity.

 

New!  Assignment of FSCS IDs