11—131.3(8A) Enrich Iowa.

1. 131.3(1)  Purpose. The Enrich Iowa program is set forth in Iowa Code section 8A.209. Enrich Iowa provides direct state assistance to public libraries, supports the open access and interlibrary loan programs, provides public libraries with an incentive to improve library services, and reduces inequities among communities in the delivery of library services. Enrich Iowa funding is intended to supplement, not replace, local funding.
2. 131.3(2)  Eligibility. All Iowa libraries are eligible to participate in the Enrich Iowa program. Direct State Aid funding is limited to public libraries meeting Tier 1 requirements or higher. Open Access funding is limited to public libraries meeting Tier 1 requirements or higher and academic libraries. Interlibrary loan reimbursement funding is available to all public, academic, AEA, institutional, school, and special libraries. To participate in the Enrich Iowa program, an Iowa library must sign an agreement from the state library that outlines the general provisions and assurances. Information, including forms for signature, terms of agreement, and program reporting requirements are made available on the state library’s website: statelibraryofiowa.gov.

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