(1) There is created within the Department of State a Community Libraries in Caring Program.
(2) The purpose of the Community Libraries in Caring Program is to assist libraries in rural communities, as defined in s. 288.0656(2) and subject to the provisions of s. 288.06561, to strengthen their collections and services, improve literacy in their communities, and improve the economic viability of their communities.
(3) A library under this program is encouraged to demonstrate local or other support for its services, including monetary contributions, in-kind contributions, or other forms of assistance.
(4) Subject to legislative appropriation, the Division of Library and Information Services within the Department of State shall administer the program, which shall facilitate the exchange of ideas and services between libraries in rural communities and communities in other parts of the state.
History.—s. 1, ch. 2003-275; s. 21, ch. 2009-51; s. 2, ch. 2015-4.
Structure Florida Statutes
Title XVIII - Public Lands and Property
Chapter 257 - Public Libraries and State Archives
257.01 - State Library; Creation; Administration.
257.02 - State Library Council.
257.031 - State Librarian; Appointment and Duties.
257.05 - State Publications Program.
257.105 - State Publications; Copies to Library of Congress.
257.12 - Division of Library and Information Services Authorized to Accept and Expend Federal Funds.
257.14 - Division of Library and Information Services; Rules.
257.15 - Division of Library and Information Services; Standards.
257.171 - Multicounty Libraries.
257.172 - Multicounty Library Grants.
257.191 - Construction Grants.
257.193 - Community Libraries in Caring Program.
257.195 - Revenue Shortfalls; Procedures.
257.21 - Maximum Grants Allowable.
257.22 - Division of Library and Information Services; Allocation of Funds.
257.23 - Application for Grant.
257.25 - Free Library Service.
257.261 - Library Registration and Circulation Records.
257.29 - Compliance With Local Laws.
257.30 - State Library Agency.
257.32 - Compact Administrator.
257.34 - Florida International Archive and Repository.
257.35 - Florida State Archives.
257.36 - Records and Information Management.
257.375 - Records Management Trust Fund.
257.38 - Manuscripts or Other Archival Material; Public Records Exemption.
257.40 - Library Cooperatives; Legislative Intent.
257.41 - Library Cooperatives; Organization; Receipt of State Moneys.
257.42 - Library Cooperative Grants.
257.43 - Citizen Support Organization; Use of State Administrative Services and Property; Audit.