RESOURCES.
The following resources have been curated to support your library through a variety of disaster scenarios. If your library has a resource to share, please email NorthNet Library System Administration at NLSadmin@plpinfo.org
Prepare. Respond. Recover.
MENTORSHIP & SUPPORT.
During the past several years, NorthNet libraries have learned a great deal from their experiences with earthquakes, wildfires, floods and other emergencies. One of the most important lessons learned, is that you are not alone.
When a disaster strikes, reach out to peer leaders who have been there. NLS Disaster Recovery Mentors are here to help. State and national organizations are also available to provide emergency guidance and to assist your library during a disaster.
Disaster Recovery Mentors
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Preparedness and recovery guidance
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Navigating city or county bureaucracy
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Support for patrons, volunteers, and staff
NorthNet Library Leaders Are Here to Hel
The AIC provides guidance on preserving special collections, a searchable directory of conservators and a series of Disaster Response and Recovery Guides, which offer guidance on how to salvage and handle damaged library materials.
California Arts Council
Disaster Relief & Emergency Preparedness
The California Arts Council maintains this webpage dedicated to resources for Californians who have been affected by recent natural disasters in our state.
The California Preservation Program
The CPP offers a wide range of preparedness and preservation resources for California libraries.
They also offer 24/7 emergency assistance. For information, contact info@calpreservation.org.
Disaster Recovery Services Emergency Container – Simpson College/North State Cooperative Library System (NSCLS)
The North State Cooperative Library System (NSCLS) serves the thirteen northern-most counties of the state. In partnership with Simpson University, NSCLS received one-time funding from the California State Library to establish and support an emergency supply container that is available to libraries for assistance in responding to disasters affecting libraries and their collections. Instructions, container content and location of the container can be found at links provided below.
Disaster Recovery Services Emergency Container Information
Disaster Recovery Supplies – Instructions
This group of conservators, archivists and salvage experts are ready provide help during a disaster. Emergency Assistance is available through the NHR hotline at 202-661-7737.