Oklahoma Department of Libraries

The Oklahoma Department of Libraries will use funds to support the goals of their Five-Year Plan for FY 2013-2017, which reflect the purposes and priorities of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). The department goals include: 1) assist libraries to identify and to adopt innovative technology incorporating these services into library operations; 2) in order to participate globally, citizens must have access to vital and cost effective resources available through the library: 3) the Department, Oklahoma's public libraries, as well as library-based community-based literacy programs will foster partnerships with other agencies, foundations, and the private sector to support libraries as strong community anchors which enhance civic engagement, cultural opportunities, and economic vitality; 4) Oklahomans at risk due to educational, economic, physical, and social conditions will be provided resources and opportunities to acquire basic information skills and 5) assist librarians to increase their competencies ensuring they have the resources, tools and methods necessary to delivery effective services to communities.