Recently, we have heard questions about the ability of new libraries to join MeLCat, and we wanted to clear up any confusion.

MeLCat funding and staff have not changed. We will add libraries three times a year in 2007 and 2008, as usual. Our goal is to add 120 new libraries in 2007 and so far we are on track to do that. We have been able to accommodate almost all libraries that requested a 2007 implementation date. Our goal in 2008 will be to add 120 – 150 libraries to MeLCat.

To join MeLCat, libraries need to file an application.  MeLCat staff will contact each applicant to schedule the library in the implementation queue.

Please feel free to contact MLC MeLCat staff if you have questions.