JULY 2001

Volume 3 Number 3

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IN THIS ISSUE

• The State Librarian's Column
  The State Librarian s reflects upon the vast network of close collaboration between the State Library and all segments of the library community.

• State Library Board Notes
  Significant activities of the State Library Board as per the May 21, 2001 meeting.

• Governor's Service Awards - July 2000 - July, 2001
  Congratulations to four of our CSL employees for excellent service.

• CSL Affirmative Action Plan 2001
  The State Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) gave approval of the 2001 Affirmative Action Plan. A message from Kendall Wiggin to CHRO Director Cynthia Watts Elder confirms our commitment to affirmative action.

• Employee Recognition Awards for Years of State Service
  Employees were recognized for their years of state service in Memorial Hall, Museum of Connecticut History on June 11, 2001.

• Partnerships

  • Eagle Scout Candidate Creates "Sensory Garden"
    This "Sensory Garden" garden spans the entire front of the library comes alive for people with different disabilities. LBPH is grateful to James Dossot for leading the team to create this wonderful environment for its patrons.

  • History Day Students and the Connecticut State Library
    Students participating in the 2001 National History Day competition were shown the collections and resources the Connecticut State Library has to offer.

  • Connecticut State Library New Hours
    The new hours of the Connecticut State Library starting July 28, 2001.

• Honoring the Past

  • Biographies of Judges & Attorneys
    Selected biographies, obituaries and remarks of notable judges and attorneys can be found in the original early volumes of the Connecticut Report, including comprehensive information about Noah Webster.

  • From the Connecticut State Archives: Voices of the Past
    Examples of letters from public officials and constituents, speeches and press releases, and letters from persons living outside the state which are relevant today.

• Creating the Future

  • Connecticut Digital Library
    An update of iCONN's activities as well as the selection of databases newly added to the website.
  • New State Library Facility
    The Connecticut State Library has just completed negotiations to lease a building at 75 Van Block Avenue in Hartford. This facility will address a number of pressing State Library needs.

  • Legislative Update - July, 2001 - CSL Budget
    Significant updates to the CSL budget per the regular 2001 session of the General Assembly

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This newsletter is published quarterly in January, April, July, November. Your contribution and comments are welcome. The deadline for contributions is the 20th of the month prior to publication. Please send them to Editor, CSL, 231 Capitol Avenue, Hartford CT 06106-1537 or email Bonnie Delaney.

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