Iowa's LSTA Goals

The following goals for the improvement of library services in Iowa, have been identified in the State Library's Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Plan, FY08-FY12.  For the complete plan, see Iowa LSTA Five Year Plan for 2008-2012

• Goal 1:  Provide expanded, equitable access to library information, materials and services to all Iowans.

• Goal 2:  Sustain a state of lifelong learners by developing early literacy skills, a love of reading and information literacy skills.

• Goal 3:  Promote resource sharing and partnerships as a way for libraries to provide cost-effective, high-quality service to Iowans.

• Goal 4: Develop libraries' capacity to provide excellent service to Iowans.