LSTA Grant Awards
Susan Cormier (scormier@connix.com)
Wed, 3 Dec 1997 15:30:52 -0500
Date: Wed, 3 Dec 1997 15:30:52 -0500
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From: Susan Cormier <scormier@connix.com>
To: Multiple recipients of list <conntech>
Subject: LSTA Grant Awards
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Sharon Brettschneider asked me to post this list of the LSTA grant
awards. There is a brief list of the type of award, library and amount,
followed by a description of each project.
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Susan Draper Cormier
Children's Services Consultant and
Acting Director, Willimantic Library Service Center
860-456-1717 or 1-800-253-7944
FAX 860-423-5874
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{\f5\super th}{\f5 . A total of $326,789 was awarded. Congratulations to these libraries.
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\par }\pard \qc\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1440\tx2880\tx3240 {\f5
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1440\tx2880\tx3240 {\b\f5 Children in Poverty}{\f5
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760\tx6030\tx6480 {\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab }{\b\f5\ul
\par }{\f5 Hartford\tab Hartford Public Library\tab \tab \tab $ 4,500
\par \tab Albany Avenue Branch}{\b\f5\ul
\par }{\b\f5
\par Collection Development}{\f5
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 {\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab }{\b\f5\ul
\par }{\f5 Danbury\tab Danbury Public Library\tab \tab $ 13,347
\par Hartford\tab Hartford Public Library\tab \tab $ 5,000
\par \tab Mark Twain Branch\tab
\par Hartford\tab Literacy Volunteers of \tab \tab $ 10,000
\par \tab America-CT, Inc.
\par Manchester\tab Manchester Public Library\tab \tab $ 3,300
\par New Britain\tab New Britain Public Library\tab \tab $ 15,000
\par Willimantic\tab Willimantic Public Library\tab \tab $ 15,000}{\b\f5
\par }{\b\f5\ul
\par }{\b\f5 Family Literacy}{\f5
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab }{\b\f5\ul
\par }{\f5 Norwich\tab Otis Library\tab \tab $ 11,160
\par Willimantic\tab Literacy Volunteers of \tab \tab $ 9,918}{\b\f5
\par }{\f5 \tab America-Northeastern CT}{\b\f5\ul
\par
\par }{\b\f5 Innovative Projects}{\f5
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab
\par Bloomfield\tab Prosser Public Library\tab \tab $ 10,000
\par Franklin\tab Eastern Connecticut Libraries\tab \tab $ 14,950
\par Hamden\tab Southern Connecticut Library Council\tab $ 13,750\tab
\par Hartford\tab CT Commission on Children\tab \tab $ 15,000\tab
\par Hartford\tab Hartford Public Library\tab \tab $ 6,000
\par \tab Albany Avenue Branch
\par New Britain\tab New Britain Public Library\tab \tab $ 15,000
\par New Haven\tab New Haven Free Public Library\tab \tab $ 12,000
\par Waterbury\tab Silas Bronson Library\tab \tab $ 15,000
\par
\par }{\b\f5 Outreach Programs for Children}{\f5
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab
\par Killingly\tab Killingly Public Library\tab \tab $ 6,537
\par Meriden\tab Meriden Public Library\tab \tab $ 7,500
\par Moosup\tab Aldrich Free Public Library\tab \tab $ 15,000
\par New Hartford\tab The New Hartford Memorial Library\tab \tab $ 10,775
\par Tolland\tab Tolland Public Library\tab \tab $ 3,875
\par
\par }\pard \qc\nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 {\f5
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 {\b\f5 Adaptive Technology}{\f5
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par \tab \tab
\par Ashford\tab Babcock Library\tab \tab $ 5,000
\par Bridgeport\tab Bridgeport Public Library\tab \tab $ 4,462
\par Coventry\tab Booth & Dimock Memorial\tab \tab $ 4,590
\par \tab Library
\par Danbury\tab Danbury Public Library\tab \tab $ 4,988
\par Durham\tab Durham Public Library\tab \tab $ 3,112
\par
\par }\pard\plain \s1\keepn\nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 \b\f5\fs20 Internet Access
\par \pard\plain \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 \f4\fs20 {\f5
\par }{\b\f5 Priority 1}{\f5 : Public libraries without Internet access
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx6480 {\f5 Granby\tab Granby Public Library\tab $ 2,500
\par Middletown\tab Connecticut Valley Hospital\tab $ 2,500
\par New Hartford\tab New Hartford Memorial Library\tab $ 1,830
\par Southport\tab Pequot Library Association\tab $ 2,500
\par
\par }{\b\f5 Priority 2}{\f5 : Branch libraries without Internet access
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760\tx6480 {\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested}{\f5
\par
\par East Hartford\tab Hockanum Library Branch\tab \tab $ 2,500
\par East Hartford\tab Wickham Memorial Library (branch)\tab \tab $ 2,500
\par Hamden\tab Community Branch Library\tab \tab $ 2,500
\par Hamden\tab Whitneyville Branch Library\tab \tab $ 2,500}{\f5\ul
\par }{\f5
\par }{\b\f5 Priority 3}{\f5 : Public libraries without Internet access available to the public
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested
\par }{\f5
\par Stratford\tab Stratford Library Association\tab \tab $ 2,000}{\f5\ul
\par
\par }{\b\f5 Priority 4:}{\f5 Public libraries without Internet access in the children\rquote s area
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested
\par
\par }{\f5 Clinton\tab Henry Carter Hull Library\tab \tab $ 1,993
\par Columbia\tab Saxton B. Little Free Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Coventry\tab Booth & Dimock Memorial Library\tab \tab $ 1,964
\par Danielson\tab Killingly Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Durham\tab Durham Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par East Hampton\tab East Hampton Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Ellington\tab Hall Memorial Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Farmington\tab The Farmington Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Guilford\tab Guilford Free Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Hebron\tab Douglas Library of Hebron\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Ivoryton\tab Ivoryton Library Association\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par North Grosvenordale\tab Thompson Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par North Stonington\tab Wheeler Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Old Lyme\tab Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library\tab \tab $ 2,000\tab
\par Oxford\tab Oxford Public Library\tab \tab $ 1,284
\par Portland\tab Portland Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Salisbury\tab Scoville Memorial Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Trumbull\tab Trumbull Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Windsor\tab Windsor Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Winsted\tab Beardsley & Memorial Library\tab \tab $ 1,454
\par Woodbridge\tab Woodbridge Town Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par }{\f5\ul
\par }{\b\f5 Priority 5}{\f5 : Public libraries with no graphical web access to the Internet
\par
\par }{\f5\ul City}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Institution}{\f5 \tab }{\f5\ul Grant Amount Requested
\par }{\f5
\par Bloomfield\tab Prosser Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Bristol\tab Bristol Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Enfield\tab Enfield Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Wethersfield\tab Wethersfield Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par Windsor Locks\tab Windsor Locks Public Library\tab \tab $ 2,000
\par }{\f5\ul
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx2520\tx5760 {\f5
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\par
\par Summary Sheet
\par
\par A. PROGRAM GRANTS
\par RECOMMENDED
\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760 {\b\f5\ul Children in Poverty}{\f5
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5
\par 1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Hartford Public Library - Albany Avenue Branch}{\f5
\par \tab Hartford
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\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $4,500}{\f5
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 \tab
The Albany Avenue Branch of the Hartford Public Library seeks to identify the reading interests of the 1,200 sixth, seventh, and eighth graders in its service area, and to purchase 800 titles meeting these interests. No separate collection currently exi
sts for this age group. The collection will be shelved in an area between the children\rquote s section and the adult fiction section. It is anticipated that the new collection will attract new patrons to the library, and
increase borrowing on the part of the many students who now use the library as a homework center.
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\par
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760 {\b\f5\ul Collection Development}{\f5\ul
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\par }\pard \fi-810\li810\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Danbury Public Library}{\f5
\par \tab \tab Danbury
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\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $13,347}{\f5
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
\par
\par }\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 \tab
In July of 1997, the Danbury Public Library consolidated its Foreign Language materials in their newly renovated Audio Visual Department. They discovered that additional titles were needed in all formats: audio cassettes, videocassettes and books. With
grant funds they will add v
ital materials to the collection, and enhance their Language Center by adding two dedicated computer workstations for ESL adult learners. The need for ESL (English as a Second Language) training and help in the Hispanic and Portuguese communities is crit
ical. With added materials and ESL workstations, and by sending a Bilingual Librarian into the Hispanic and Portuguese communities, the Library hopes to build an effective bridge to these fast growing immigrant populations who live and work in Danbury.
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\par 2.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Hartford Public Library - Mark Twain Branch}{\f5
\par \tab \tab Hartford
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\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $5,000}{\f5
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 \tab
The Mark Twain Branch of the Hartford Public Library is in the heart of the Asylum Hill neighborhood. Hartford Public High School and West Middle Elementary School are 2 blocks from the Library. Because twenty-two percent of this neighborhood is non-En
glish speaking and 45% of the Hartford school population does not speak English, the Library will use grant funds to purchase ESL material for its patrons. The Library\rquote
s ESL collection will complement the ESL collections at the local schools. Hartford is the fourth poorest city in the nation with 28% of the city at poverty level. Library patrons cannot afford to purchase this materi
al themselves, and the Mark Twin Branch has a very small collection of books in Spanish. They will purchase reference material including encyclopedias and picture dictionaries for ESL levels I and II (Beginner and Intermediate), as well as recreational
r
eading books. Formats will include videos, audio tapes, software, and books. The books will be primarily English-language instructional with some Spanish reference and fiction books. A small portion of the collection will be in Vietnamese, Portuguese,
and Laotian.
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\par 3.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Literacy Volunteers of America-CT, Inc}{\f5 .
\par \tab \tab Hartford
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $10,000}{\f5
\par }{\f5\fs16
\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par }\pard \fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 \tab
Literacy Volunteers of America-CT, Inc. (LVA-CT) proposes to enhance its services to English as A Second Language tutors and students through the increase of ESL materials in its }{\i\f5 Books By Mail}{\b\f5 }{\f5
library located in the state office of Literacy Volunteers of America-CT, Inc.. The objectives of the }{\i\f5 Books By Mail}{\b\f5 }{\f5 Collection Development project are:
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English As A Second Language collection and purchase new \tab materials.}{\i\f5
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borrowings for up to 20 English As A Second Language tutors.}{\i\f5
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To circulate a flyer of new ESL acquisitions to all English As A Second Language tutors \tab throughout the state.}{\i\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 4.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Manchester Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab Manchester
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $3,300}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Manchester Public Library wishes to develop services for the growing number of non-English speaking residents in Manchester. The acquisition of a core collection of materials for the use of the non-English speaking communities, and planning for further s
ervice to similarly undeserved populations will be the primary goals of this project. In addition, information services will be promoted for non-English speakers. The Library has virtually no foreign language circulating material geared to adult leisure
reading, except for one Spanish language magazine and some incidental Spanish language items in the adult and children\rquote
s book collections. The Hispanic community, while a small percentage of the population of the city, is rapidly growing. The Mary Cheney Library is the \ldblquote main\rdblquote
library for Manchester, and it is located within a block from an area where many of the Hispanic citizens reside.
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 5.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 New Britain Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab New Britain
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab The New Britain Public Library recognizes that Polish and Spanish speaking residents are underserved by the library\rquote
s collections. With these grant funds they will develop Polish and Spanish language collections both print and non-print to meet local needs. Selections will be made based on advice from Advisory Committees representing both linguistic minorities.
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \fi-810\li810\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}6.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Willimantic Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab Willimantic
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \fi-810\li810\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract }{\b\f5 - Willimantic Public Library:}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab The Children\rquote s Depa
rtment of the Willimantic Public Library proposes to use the funds from this grant to purchase approximately 1,000 items of Spanish or Spanish/English bilingual materials. These items will be publicized to the Latino community through many community grou
ps serving that population. In addition, storytimes and outreach will be accomplished through the Family Literacy part of Literacy Volunteers. Finally, an event will be held in the Children\rquote
s Department to bring together the books and Spanish-speaking children and parents who will be using them.
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\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\b\f5\ul Family Literacy}{\f5\ul
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\par {\pntext\tab}1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Otis Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Norwich
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $11,160}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Otis Library and Literacy Volunteers of America/Southeastern Connecticut (whose Norwich office is housed in Otis Library) will conduct an intense series of Family Literacy programs targeted principally at families whose first language is not English. The
y will work with the Norwich schools, Centro de la Communidad, and other relevant agencies to recruit families from the targeted population to participate in the project. Literacy Volunteers will recruit and train volunteer tutors for this project. Otis
Library will hire a program director who will plan, direct, schedule, and participate with staff and volunteers in English language literacy enhancing programs for participating families.
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\par {\pntext\tab}2.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Literacy Volunteers of America - Northeastern CT}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Willimantic
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $9,918}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Literacy Volunteers of America - Northeastern Connecticut (LVNC) and the Willimantic Public Library will use grant funds to implement a family literacy program, }{\i\f5 Share a Story}{\f5 ,}{\i\f5 }{\f5
that will provide eligible Windham Heights families with the opportunity to experience the benefits of positive parent and child interaction through the pleasures of reading.
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Staff at LVNC believe that the early years are critical to a child\rquote
s educational future and that parents who early on begin to perform and feel comfortable in the role of educator will improve their child\rquote s school success. With this concept in mind, LVN
C, the Willimantic Public Library, and numerous area agencies have created a family literacy program designed to:
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}encourage enthusiasm for reading in adults and children,
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1440\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent720\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 help parents to become the educator that they must be if their child is to succeed in \tab school,
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent720\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 provide parents with English, literacy and life-job skills training when needed, and
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build on the already existing adult learner and parenting resource sections in the Willimantic Public Library.
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\b\f5\ul Innovative Programs}{\f5\ul
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Prosser Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab Bloomfield
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $10,000}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract - }{\b\f5 Prosser Public Library:}{\f5
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In an aggressive step to boost library use and attendance by their target population, the Bloomfield Public Library System will celebrate Black History Month (February 1998) at both the Wintonbury Branch Library, and the town\rquote
s main library, Prosser Public Library. They will host a two-part, scholar-led discussion series on the Amistad Incident. Created by Connecticut Reading Connections, this discussion series explores
the story of 53 Africans, who, in 1839, sparked the first civil rights case in the United States. This programming effort will be supported with a sizable addition to the library system\rquote
s collection of materials relevant to the African-American experience.
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\par {\pntext\tab}2.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Eastern Connecticut Libraries, Inc.}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab Franklin
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $14,950}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab This project will establish a program in sixteen participating libraries to provide a library \ldblquote Welcome Packet\rdblquote
to the parents of newborns. The packet will include a book and gift for the baby, and information for the parents on the importance of reading to their children, and on library materials and services available. Each library will initiate or enhance the
ir infant and parenting collections to support and encourage newborns and their parents as library users. This project will be coordinated by Eastern Connecticut Libraries to promote resource-sharing and cooperative purchasing among the participants.
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\par {\pntext\tab}3.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Southern Connecticut Library Council}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab Hamden
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: $}{\b\f5 13,750}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Connecticut Reading Connections (CRC) is a state-wide project of the Southern Connecticut Library Council that supports book discussion programs in public libraries. Recognized as a national model for humanities-based programs in public libraries, CRC p
roposes to extend their innovative program to economically distressed communities in Connecticut. The \ldblquote Connecticut Model\rdblquote of public library pr
ograms consists of four sessions held two weeks apart led by a scholar who gives a brief introduction and guides the remainder of the one to one and a half hour session. Typically one title is discussed at each session. Without the benefit of the servic
es and materials that are provided by the CRC staff and office, the public libraries in these communities could not afford to host a scholar-led four part book discussion series. The communities chosen for the project will be determined by (1) their rank
ing in the AENGLC listing of communities in Connecticut (with the highest number indicating the higher degree of economic distress in the community) and (2) the libraries\rquote
desire to host a grant-funded CRD book discussion series, as expressed through their return of the Library Interest Form mailed in Spring 1996 and their indication of a preferred season to host the series during the Fall 1996-Winter 1998 session.
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\par {\pntext\tab}4.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Connecticut Commission on Children}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab \tab Hartford
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
To reach out to children and families who are non-library users, the grantee will create a series of television infomercials for public, cable, and commercial stations. Each will have a real person being asked questions such as, \ldblquote
Do you visit your local library?\rdblquote \ldblquote Do you take your child to the library?\rdblquote
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The infomercials will address the perceived barriers to using the public library. The grantee will film Connecticut librarians, in their libraries, giving a tour showing the variety of books, videos, tapes, etc.; showing how to get a library card; expla
ining that taking out books does not cost money; describing programs for children, parents and children, and how librarians are waiting to help children and families.
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\par {\pntext\tab}5.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Hartford Public Library - Albany Avenue Branch}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab Hartford
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $6,000
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
The Albany Avenue Branch of the Hartford Public Library seeks funding for cameras, film, other supplies, and contractual personnel costs, to launch an innovative photography program. Middle school students from the Upper Albany area will learn basic pho
tography techniques in a series of workshops, take photographs of their neighborhood, and present a selection from the results to the Hartford Collection at the main library. Use of library resources will be strongly emphas
ized as a background to this activity. Increases in self-esteem, academic skills, and library knowledge are expected outcomes. The program will also serve as a pilot for similar efforts, using the same equipment, in other branches of the system.
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\par {\pntext\tab}6.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 New Britain Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab New Britain
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
The New Britain Public Library is painfully aware that among the Hispanic population (possibly as much as 24% of total) library utilization is very low. Under the direction of Ann Montgomery Smith, Director and Project Manager, the Library will develop a
Hispanic Advisory Council, hire a part-time staff member to spearhead outreach and public relations activities, and develop a proactive plan of programs, meetings, collaboration, and publicity to increase awareness and use of library services among the H
ispanic population.
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\par {\pntext\tab}7.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 New Haven Free Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab New Haven
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $12,000}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
The New Haven Free Public Library is seeking a $15,000 LSTA grant to establish an innovative library program to the Spanish speaking population of the City of New Haven. The funds will be used to present Hispanic cultural programs in the Spanish languag
e. The programs will consist of literary, poetic, dance, and musical heritage of Hispanics in New Haven. There will be seven cultu
ral programs presented. The expected result will be a 30% increase in attendance in programs, increase in library membership by 20%, increase in the circulation of Spanish language materials by 20% and increased awareness and usage of the public library
\rquote s services and materials by Hispanic patrons by 20%.
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\par {\pntext\tab}8.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Silas Bronson Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab \tab Waterbury
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab The goal of the Silas Bronson Library is to create a research and writing laboratory, with a minimum o
f four computers, for young adults, ages 14-19. This age group, which represents approximately 20% of the Library\rquote
s users, has not been the focus of any significant initiative in recent memory. The creation of a writing lab will provide a vital service
to those in this age bracket, especially those who do not have easy access to technology outside of the public school system. The lab will be available for more hours than the schools are open; the Library is open evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, and throug
ho
ut the summer. The Library will plan and conduct workshops geared for this age group on word processing, resume writing, search techniques using CD-ROMs and the Internet. The location of the lab will be in the main reading room adjacent to the adult ref
erence collection and reference desk permitting easy access to available help from the Reference Librarians on duty.
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\b\f5\ul Outreach Programs for Children}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Killingly Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Danielson
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $6,537}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab In an effort to connect children, parents and books, the Killingly Public Library and Literacy Volunteers of America - Quinebaug Valley propose to reach out through
the network of 30 currently state licensed home-based child care providers in Killingly and provide kits of specially selected paperback and board books for the preschoolers. The kits will also contain activity materials, story mitts and all materials ne
cessary to set up an in-house lending library. The children will be able to take the books home to share with their families. The home-based child care providers will also receive training in story sharing, simple craft ideas, and sensitivity training t
hr
ough Literacy Volunteers as how to recognize and react to potential family literacy problems. A twice a year gathering will be offered at the library for the children, their parents, and their caregivers to establish the connection between the library and
the books.
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\par {\pntext\tab}2.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Meriden Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1620\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab \tab Meriden
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $7,500}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab The Meriden Public Library, in collaboration with Children First Initiative (CFI), plans to utilize the services of the CFI Outreach Coordinator to work with Meriden\rquote
s young minority and low income children (birth - age 8) and their parents. The CFI Outreach Coordinator will spend 15% of his/her time on the Library Bookmobile with the Bookmobile Librarian. Together they will travel to Meriden\rquote s neighb
orhoods, schools, parks, camps, and daycare centers providing bilingual programming for parents and children, encouraging attendance at appropriate parent training, support, and leadership groups offered by the library and CFI. They will also encourage t
he utilization of existing preschool, daycare, afterschool, and enrichment programs for children. New parenting and children\rquote
s materials will be purchased for the Bookmobile, and parents will be encouraged to obtain library cards and access its services.
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\par {\pntext\tab}3.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Aldrich Free Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Moosup
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $15,000
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 The library will use grant funds to continue and expand two existing programs: }{\i\f5 Reading One on One}{\f5 and }{\i\f5 Book Buddies}{\f5
. These programs have been very successful at reaching children attending preschool and kindergarten. The grant will allow the library to employ a person to administer and expand }{\i\f5 Reading One on One}{\f5 and }{\i\f5 Book Buddies}{\f5
, as well as build future funding from the local community (residents and business), and foundation grants to ensure the continuation of these programs.
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\par {\pntext\tab}4.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 The New Hartford Memorial Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab New Hartford
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $10,775}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 The library\rquote s plan i
s to get more and better books into the hands of children under the age of four, and into the hands of pre-school and day care teachers who might not be able to regularly visit the library. The library will purchase 650 new books and tapes on a variety
of subjects, in a variety of formats to supplement their collection of books so that they may deliver 25-60 books each month to area daycare center, pre-school programs, and nursery schools. Librarians will choose and purchase the books, volunteers will
make deliveries, and the teachers and children will use the materials. Four day care centers and schools have already agreed to advise and to participate.
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\par {\pntext\tab}5.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Tolland Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx1800\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Tolland
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $3,875}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx1170\tx1800\tx2160\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Tolland Public Library will use grant funds to create a collection of 15 storytime kits to lend to licensed day care providers in the town of Tolland. This grant will enable the Library to serve children who, because of their enrollment in a day car
e program, are not able to attend traditional library storytime programs either at all or on any regular basis. A survey of day care providers in Tolland has shown a great need for this service and desire to use the kits. The kits will contain picture b
ooks and other materials that will help the day care providers create a storytime program for the preschool children in their care. Without the kits these children would have very limited or no access to library storytime services. The project will be c
osponsored by the Tolland Childcare Provides Association, which will provide the Library with input on the contents of the kits and will publicize the program to its members.
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\par {\pntext\tab}B. TECHNOLOGY GRANTS
\par {\pntext\tab}RECOMMENDED
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\b\f5\ul Adaptive Technology}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx3600\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 1.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Babcock Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Ashford
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx3600\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $5,000}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Babcock library plans to purchase the following items which will assist patrons who are visually or \tab hearing impaired:
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Omni3000 (software) which translates text into speech, provides both auditory and visual representation, magnifies spoken word and has voice command recognition and optical character recognition capabilities and a talking dictionary
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-360\li1080\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5
Naturally Speaking Delux (software) which allows many to register their voice patterns and allows for voice to text translation. With the use of a large screen monitor patrons with hearing loss can read what is said. Patrons with manual dexterity probl
ems will also benefit.
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \fi360\li360\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 HP Scanner to be used with the speech synthesizer
\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5\fs16
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \fi360\li360\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 Computer with a minimum of 200mh and 64mb to handle the software.
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\par {\pntext\tab}2.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Bridgeport Public Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab}\tab Bridgeport
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $4,462}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Bridgeport Public Library will use grant funds to purchase equipment and software to facilitate access to print and Internet resources for individuals with impaired vision. Purchases will include the following:
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-450\li1170\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5
Optilec software for five computers and Magic software for 6-10 computers to magnify computer programs, such as Netscape, Microsoft Word, for main library and branches.
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-450\li1170\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5
An Optilec machine which can be attached to a computer running Optilec software. It uses the computer\rquote
s monitor and enlarges print in books and magazines. The library will also purchase Optilec overlays for keyboards and key covers with large letters.
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\par {\pntext\tab}3.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Booth & Dimock Memorial Library}{\f5
\par {\pntext\tab} Coventry
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $4,590}{\f5
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\par {\pntext\tab}}{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par {\pntext\tab}}\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlcont\pndec }{\f5 \tab
Booth & Dimock will use grant funds to purchase items to increase computer use by patrons with manual dexterity problems, patrons with visual impairments and patrons who are mobility impaired. Items that they propose to purchase are:
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1080\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 Simply Speaking - voice activated software, a scanner and a touch screen will be installed on \tab
one of the public access terminals.
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1080\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 A large screen monitor and the software necessary to provide enlarged print will be installed on \tab
one terminal.
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1080\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 A computer, monitor, modem, and printer to accommodate the adaptive equipment indicated \tab above.
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\par {\pntext\pard\plain\f1\fs20 \'b7\tab}}\pard \li720\nowidctlpar\tx1080\tx4320\tx5760{\*\pn \pnlvlblt\pnf1\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxtb \'b7}}{\f5 A work station which is accessible to individuals in wheelchairs.
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\par 4.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Danbury Public Library}{\f5
\par Danbury
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\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $4,988}{\f5
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\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract:
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\par }\pard \qj\fi-720\li720\nowidctlpar\tx720\tx4320\tx5760 {\f5 \tab Danbury Public Library will use grant funds to purchase two workstations that are wheelchair accessible, and to
purchase hardware and software to assist patrons who have sight and limb-related or motor control impairments.
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\par }{\f5 5.\tab Applicant: }{\b\f5 Durham Public Library}{\f5
\par Durham
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\par }{\f5 \tab Funding: }{\b\f5 $3,112}{\f5
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\par }{\f5 \tab Project Abstract - }{\b\f5 Durham Public Library}{\f5 :\tab
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The Durham Public Library will use grant funds to purchase a sound powered lectern, portable assistive listening devices, and additional receivers which can be used in the two meeting rooms, an activity room and, when necessary, at outdoor events.
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