ILLINET Resource Sharing Policy Directory
The new ILLINET Resource Sharing Policy Directory is pleased to join the statewide CE Calendar and ELI library data as part of L2. The directory is now online and waiting for libraries to enter their data. The Resource Sharing Directory includes Interlibrary Loan, Photocopy, and Reciprocal Borrowing policies. As an added feature, in order to assist libraries in meeting the ILLINET ILL Code, libraries will have the capability to upload their written ILL Borrowing and ILL Lending policies to the directory.
A short PowerPoint presentation introducing the directory has been created and posted to the MLS Resource Sharing website. The presentation covers creating an account and signing in to L2 to enter Interlibrary Loan, Photocopy, and Reciprocal Borrowing policies. Please view the presentation to learn how to sign in and enter policies for your library. Once libraries have begun to enter their policies, the real fun can begin for OCLC libraries as we create truly powerful custom holdings groups and paths to use in WorldCat. Photocopy policies include LVIS participation to enable libraries to identify other LVIS libraries in order to secure free photocopies. Reciprocal Borrowing policies include a description of any limits imposed on RB patrons, thereby enabling libraries to view Reciprocal Borrowing policies before their patrons visit neighboring institutions.
Watch for more presentations and information to be posted to the MLS website and blog. In addition, training opportunities will be available across the State and online via WebjunctionIL and OPAL. For further information, contact Kate Boyle at 630-734-5160.
MLS Reciprocal Access Policy Directory
What is the MLS Reciprocal Access Policy?
The policy defines the privileges and responsibilities of an MLS member library as related to interlibrary loan and reciprocal borrowing. It is expected that each library will participate in reciprocal access as completely as possible within any organizational or legal limitations that may be necessary.
The complete MLS Reciprocal Access Policy, as approved by the MLS Board of Directors on March 19, 2007 is available as a pdf document.
MLS Reciprocal Access Policy Directory
To facilitate reciprocal access, MLS has created a Reciprocal Access Policy Directory which includes interlibrary loan, photocopy and reciprocal borrowing policies of the membership. This policy directory is based upon the previous SWAN Direct Loan Chart and SLS Photocopy Policy Chart and has been expanded to include Reciprocal Borrowing.
Search the Reciprocal Access Policy Directory to view an individual library policy or search for potential lending libraries by material formats. MLS suburban members can also log in to update their library policy.
