Executive summary -- The strong upward trend in use of public libraries -- Public libraries are used for many purposes -- The value of public libraries and taxpayer return on investment -- Public library operations -- Status of public MLS librarians -- Evidence of career paths of public MLS librarians -- Ten-year forecast of the number of public MLS librarians in the workforce -- Librarian employment and library experience during the past three recessions.
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