American Library Association Visits FCC to Discuss Broadband Issues

NOVEMBER 25, 2007 · BY THE FUNDS FOR LEARNING TEAM

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Published November 25, 2007. Preserved as originally written. E-rate rules have changed since; for current guidance see Services or talk to a Guide.

The American Library Association (ALA) recently met with FCC officials to discuss public libraries need for greater broadband. The ALA research shows that a little over half of public libraries report that they have filed an individual application and believe the E-rate application process is a major hurdle in public libraries filing for E-rate support to help with their connectivity needs.

Here are a few of ALA’s goals for public library connectivity.

Every public library has at least one dedicated T1 connection
Libraries should form consortia to aggregate their purchasing power
Public libraries need technical and planning assistance

More details can be viewed here .

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