Improving services and quality of life for residents has always been top of mind for local leaders and libraries have always played a vital role in strong communities.

Innovative library services yield huge returns on investment, presenting local government leaders with a tremendous opportunity to grow their economies.

Urban Libraries Council: Pricing for libraries widens digital divide.

Public safety radio, transportation app, and library hot spots

Check out this month's "facts and stats" on the role of public libraries in our communities, featuring ICMA member Jessica Cadiente.

ICMA publishes the results of surveys and other research projects that we undertake independently and in partnership with others.

2017 Community Partnership Award Program Nominee

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