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Lansing, MichiganLansing, Michigan
Workforce Development at
Capital Area District Library
Workforce Development at
Capital Area District Library
Lansing, MIin the middle of the hand
PopulationLansing - 114,947Michigan - 9,969,727 in 2009
Lansing, MIin the middle of the hand
Unemployment
Lansing - 8.3%Michigan - 12.4%
State government
Automobile & advanced manufacturing
Biotechnology
Insurance
Higher education
Healthcare
Capital Area District Library - CADLprimarily supported by a district millage
The basics
13 libraries in 11 communities
1 bookmobile
240,165 pop served
2.3 million items circ
159 FTE
$11 million budget
Identifying the needUnemployment Rate in Michigan
Patron needs
Word processing, email, internet searches, writing skills, education resources.
2000 2005 2008 2009 2010 Current
3%
7%
11%14%
Creating resources for patronsVideos, web links, tech classes, helpful staff
Web ResourcesCADL Job Seekers Page – portal developed by CADL to connect patrons with jobs and career resources.
CADL Job Hunting Guide – offers resources on job hunting, resumes, interviewing and more.
Lean on Us!Resources for the challenging times in our lives
Free Library Resources
How to Cope When UnemployedHow to Find a JobLending a HandEducation, Training, Exam Prephttp://www.cadl.org/news/lean-on-your-library
PartnershipsLibrary working with community organizations.
Shared calendarFlow of information about resources between staff membersMarketing campaignMeeting space
Partner Programs
Find an expertLooking outside the library for expertise.
Local Career Expert Lisa
Impact on the library, patron & communityIncreased in awareness, usage & library profile.
Lean on Your Library
Add a Form Here
More patrons using library resourcesRaised awareness of library in the communityConnections to organizations broadening reach of libraryLibrary seen as strong supporter of community in need
What works?Interpersonal communication.
NetworkingEmotional supportPersonal contact