Joint libraries: models that work

Introduction

History of joint public and academic libraries

Culture clash between academic and public library employees

Management and human resources

Design of joint libraries

Legal considerations

Collection development

Technology and technical services

Case studies

Conclusion

Appendix A. Cy-Fair College and Harris County agreement

Appendix B. City of Irving and North Lake College agreement

Appendix C. City of Irving and North Lake College addendum to agreement.