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Davenport Public Library outlines national, state and local accreditations and designations
Summary
Library director Jeff Collins briefed the board on a slate of accreditations and designations — FDLP, state accreditation, USPTO PTRC, LEED Silver (Eastern), historic landmark status for Main, FamilySearch affiliate, sensory and dementia‑friendly certifications — highlighting expanded services and largely low‑cost or no‑cost benefits.
At the April 21 meeting, library director Jeff Collins gave a detailed presentation on Davenport Public Library's accreditations and designations, noting how each status expands services for residents without large recurring costs.
Collins said the library has participated in the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) since 1973 and houses government publications at the Main Library. "We are one of only 12 FDLP libraries in Iowa and the only public library in the state that is designated as an FDLP," he said, noting the collection includes congressional bills, laws, regulations and…
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