Bridging Communities, Connecting Library Services
Bridging Communities, Connecting Library Services
We demonstrate our commitment to collaboration through cost-effective resource sharing, shared professional development, and the fostering of initiatives to facilitate a forward-thinking public library system.
The combined purchasing power of the membership results in cost savings that could not be achieved by individual members. Value and fairness for the membership is accomplished by providing the flexibility of optional services beyond those mandated for membership.
Over 1 million hold requests are placed by BCCLS patrons on a yearly basis. Thousands of items from other member libraries are delivered each day to fulfill your hold requests. On average over 9,100 items are delivered by BCCLS Delivery each day!
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The organization draws strength from its role as a professional association that provides peer expertise and support. This association function is essential in addressing the divergent needs of the individual members while staying focused on the goals and objectives of the organization as a whole.
BCCLS provides a wide range of educational resources and opportunities for staff members of our member libraries including a comprehensive director on-boarding process, virtual meetings, webinars, and more.
Our shared database contains a wealth of educational materials to help library staff thrive in their roles. We emphasize the importance and the purpose of our committees and do our best to make it easy to participate in them, while also offering centralized training on mandated services for relevant staff. Additionally, we provide regular in-person and virtual training on the ILS to increase opportunities for circulation staff. Trustee members can also benefit from educational opportunities available year-round.
BCCLS provides IT services and support available to all members that foster initiatives to facilitate a forward-thinking public library system.
These products and support mean that our libraries better serve their patrons by ensuring that vital pieces of technology remain available, secure, and regularly updated by our in-house team.