California Education Code

§ 18015

EDC § 18015Div. 1 · Title 1 · Part 11 · Ch. 1.5 · Art. 2

Statute text

As used in this chapter:

(a)“Public library” means a library, or two or more libraries, operated as a single entity by one or more public jurisdictions and which serve the general public without distinction.

(b)“Foundation program” means those elements of library service which are basic to its function as a provider of information, education, and cultural enrichment to all segments of the community, including, but not limited to, collection development and maintenance, lending services, information services, facility maintenance, and administration. The foundation program shall not include major capital improvements, which, for purposes of this chapter, shall be defined as the purchase of real property, the construction or improvement of buildings, and the purchase of equipment and the payment of fees or other costs in connection with the same.

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Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 895, Sec. 1.