What types of print or tangibly formatted documents will my depository receive?

- In January 2006, LM began collecting in print or other tangible formats only those titles that appear on the Core List of Michigan Documents and publications that are not available online. When published, you will still receive CDs, videos and other non-print media. Ephemera such as posters or brochures will only be collected at LM, and not distributed to depositories.

What is the Core list of Michigan Documents?

- This is a list of Michigan state government publications that we believe contain critical information about the activities of Michigan's state government or are an important reference publication for libraries and the public. Publications on the list includes those that have especially significant or enduring value, such as agency annual reports, statistics, consumers guides, laws, regulations, rules, etc., and therefore we prefer to still collect and distribute them in print to our depository libraries.

How are the titles chosen for the Core List of Michigan Documents?

- We have developed a criteria document to help us populate the list as publications appear, disappear, or change over time. The criteria is a guideline to help LM and others that use the list keep it current and relevant. Suggestions for additions to the core list are always welcome.

If my depository no longer receives a particular document in print, how do I know I will have long-term access to the information?

- The Library of Michigan utilizes OCLC's Digital Archive and other systems to capture, catalog and preserve digital state government information. Once it is captured, a copy of the document as it originally appeared will be available online via a link in WorldCat, MelCat and Answer records.

How do I contact the government documents staff at LM?

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