NLS Operations Alert No. 12-05 DATE : February 3, 2012 TO : Network Libraries FROM : Dawn W. Stitzel, Head, Reference Section SUBJECT : Annual network survey NLS NLS is soliciting updated library information for inclusion in the 2012 edition of Library Resources for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. (The 2012 edition will contain FY11 readership and circulation statistics and budget, staff, and collections data.) The annual survey must be submitted no later than March 16, 2012. Instructions for completing the survey are in the Network Library Manual at www.loc.gov/nls/nlm/9_2_Annual<http://www.loc.gov/nls/nlm/9_2_Annual> Survey.html It is particularly important to update the screens that provide information regarding your library's budget, staffing, collections, and other services. You should also add or delete collection categories or staff positions as appropriate. Please input all numbers without commas or dollar signs. For more information contact: Dawn W. Stitzel Head, Reference Section [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>