[MinervaCats] FW: [MELIBS-L] ALA Resolution and Minerva cataloging

[Hensler, Deborah]

Hi, I'm forwarding this message that was sent to MELIBs as it does not
pertain to the great majority of subscribers to MELIBs.

I hope that everyone has seen and read Dean's message regarding state
library funding cuts as he give a great explanation of the current
funding situation at the state library. 

I want to make sure that everyone understands that what is being cut is
training in how to catalog (understanding MARC records, subject
headings, etc.). There will still be support for using the cataloging
module and Minerva-specific standards, just as there is for the
circulation module and Minerva lending policies.

Thanks,
Deb

______________________________
Deborah Hensler
Library Systems Specialist, Maine InfoNet
Maine State Library
64 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
207-287-5620 or 1-800-322-8899
207-287-5624 - fax
207-592-1825 - mobile
http://www.maine.gov/infonet/

-----Original Message-----
From: Maine Libraries Discussion List [mailto:MELIBS-L at LISTS.MAINE.EDU]
On Behalf Of Nancy Crowell
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 3:17 PM
To: MELIBS-L at LISTS.MAINE.EDU
Subject: [MELIBS-L] ALA Resolution and Minerva cataloging

How ironic that we should hear about the ALA resolution supporting more
resources for 
cataloging on the same day that Deb Hensler announced the reduction in
Minerva cataloging 
support.

I am very concerned about the news from Deb. The success of Minerva is
based on the 
quality of its records, not just the number of participants. I hope we
can revisit this decision in 
the coming year.

Nancy





Nancy E. Crowell  <nec at scarborough.lib.me.us>
Scarborough Public Library
48 Gorham Rd.
Scarborough, ME  04074
(207) 883-4723 ext. 221




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