Public Library Data Service Statistical Report 2007 available

Public Library Data Service Statistical Report 2007. ALA: Public Library Service. Chicago. ISBN: 0-8389-8420-7
Q 027.473021 Publi2 2007

The PLDS is collected by the Public Library Association and contains data from 904 public libraries around the country. Starting in 2002, the survey includes a random sample of 489 libraries serving populations 5,001-50,000. The data sample is skewed towards larger libraries. The 2007 edition includes a special section on Young Adults - including data on services offered, materials expenditures, outreach and circulation.