From lpsmail@access.digex.net Fri Dec 13 16:08:13 1996 Date: Thu, 12 Dec 1996 14:58:16 -0600 From: Shipment Reply-To: Discussion of Government Document Issues To: Multiple recipients of list GOVDOC-L Subject: ADNOTES: SUDOCS LETTER: 1997 FEDERAL DEPOSITORY CONFERENCE THE MESSAGE BELOW IS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES, VOL. 17, #17 (Dec. 15, 1996) SUDOCS LETTER: 1997 FEDERAL DEPOSITORY CONFERENCE December 12, 1996 Dear Library Director: This is a dynamic time for the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP). The multi-year transition to a more electronic FDLP continues. Permanent public access issues concerning Government information and educational opportunities are featured on the agenda of the 1997 Federal Depository Library Conference. This conference, the largest meeting in the country designed specifically for depository library staff, will be held from April 14-17, 1997, in Arlington, VA, in conjunction with the 50th meeting of the Depository Library Council. As your library administers a Federal depository, I urge you to send at least one library representative to this important conference. The 1997 conference offers a variety of presentations, with sessions designed for the beginning depository librarian or technician as well as for experienced staff. Several Federal agencies will discuss their electronic information initiatives and preview those still in the planning stages. Tours of the Library Programs Service and other area libraries will be available. The conjunction of the Federal Depository Library Conference and the Depository Library Council meeting provides a valuable opportunity for exchange of ideas among depository librarians and should lead to technical innovations and improved service to your patrons. I am counting on you to make it possible for your staff to benefit by attending these depository-focused programs. There is no registration fee for either the Federal Depository Library Conference or Depository Library Council meeting. Thank you for your cooperation and for your continuing role in the support of the public's ability to be informed about their government through the Federal Depository Library Program. Sincerely, WAYNE P. KELLEY Superintendent of Documents