The Knoxville Public Library has received accreditation from the state library of Iowa by meeting required standards.

 

Achieving accreditation requires a significant, ongoing local commitment to high quality library services, according to the State of Iowa Library. The Knoxville Public Library has been recognized for its efforts in all areas of library operations including governance and funding, staffing, library collection, services, public relations, access, and facilities. The accreditation status started on July 1st and is valid through June 30th, 2026. 

 

Of the 543 public libraries in the state of Iowa, 414 of those are accredited, which then receive a higher rate of compensation through the State Library’s Enrich Iowa program. 

 

Knoxville Public Library Director Roslin Thompson says there’s a great deal of significance for Knoxville’s Public Library being at the top level of accreditation.   

 

“We accredited at tier three which is the highest level, and what it means is we get a bigger chunk of funding, a higher level of funding from the state library.” 

 

Hear more from Thompson about the Knoxville Public Library and their events on an upcoming episode of Let’s Talk Knoxville.