Hello Library Directors, March is really flying by and as we head into the third week of March, I want to remind you of the April 1, 2022 deadline to submit the Public Library Annual Report. I will be offering Zoom appointments for Annual Report assistance with extended evening hours to answer questions and assist with filling out and submitting the FY21 Public Library Annual Report. Whether it's your first time doing the Public Library Annual Report or you're simply wanting to fine-tune your report, I'm here to help! To schedule an appointment, fill out the Request Form<https://forms.gle/CRagsJuVQwwDvsU9A> to indicate the days and times you are available to meet via Zoom. Once I receive your request, I will contact you within 1 business day to confirm the day and time of your appointment. Appointment Request Form: https://forms.gle/CRagsJuVQwwDvsU9A As a reminder, the deadline to submit the FY21 Public Library Annual Report is April 1, 2022. Assistance: For questions or help filling out and submitting the Public Library Annual Report Jenny Melvin, State Data Coordinator Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone: 207-650-0190 Email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Submission Period - January 3, 2022 through April 1, 2022 Each library was mailed a letter in mid-December which contains all the information you need to get started. All usernames and passwords remain the same. If you can't find your login credentials, you can request it on the LibPAS login screen or contact me at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Deadline - The deadline to complete and submit your FY21 Public Library Annual Report is April 1, 2022. Helpful Links - Online Annual Report Portal: LibPAS (Library Performance Assessment System) https://me.countingopinions.com/ Maine Public Library Annual Report Information: https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/index.shtml FY21 Annual Report Definitions and Instructions https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/documents/2021AnnualReportDataDefinitions.pdf FY21 Working Copy https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/documents/2021AnnualReportForm.pdf CloudLibrary Statistics Guide: https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/documents/AnnualReportCloudLibraryInstructions.pdf Electronic Materials Guide: https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/documents/CountingElectronicMaterialsGuide_000.pdf MILS, Minerva and Ursus Circulation Statistics: https://www.maineinfonet.org/supportportal/statistics/ LibraryWorld Statistics: https://www.maine.gov/msl/libs/statistics/annual/LibraryWorldStatisticsfortheAnnualReport.docx Evergreen Statistics for Maine Balsam Libraries: https://www.mainebalsamlibraries.org/state-report-instructions-circulation-folder/ Data Input Instructions for LibPAS: http://www.screencast.com/t/0pRvnMU9h (15 minute video) As a reminder, it is the sole responsibility of each library to ensure that the annual report has been accurately and completely submitted by the April 1st deadline. This also applies to any follow-up information that is requested after the report is submitted. Visit http://www.maine.gov/msl/about/commission/rule.htm<https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.maine.gov%2Fmsl%2Fabout%2Fcommission%2Frule.htm&data=02%7C01%7CJenny.J.Melvin%40maine.gov%7C53294461c35d48623f5608d79129b28d%7C413fa8ab207d4b629bcdea1a8f2f864e%7C0%7C0%7C637137481530515525&sdata=DJNXAXCaFdONBD6IwGiAMNmYiQI5E8fwGzkxb2oFR2w%3D&reserved=0> for information on the MLC Rules Regarding Responsibilities of Public Libraries. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions or need help interpreting, reporting or submitting your data. I am more than happy to assist you in any way I can. The Maine State Library sincerely appreciate the work and dedication it takes to collect and report accurate data. Many thanks for all you do! Jenny Jenny Melvin . State Data Coordinator Maine State Library . 64 State House Station . Augusta, Maine . 207-650-0190 [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> . www.maine.gov/msl/<http://www.maine.gov/msl/>
