Civic Engagement

Comment on county draft sustainability statement

The Douglas County Sustainability Initiative Advisory Committee (SIAC) asks Douglas County residents and business owners to comment on a draft vision statement and objectives related to a sustainable Douglas County.  Access the draft document online and send comments no later than Saturday, Oct. 9.

Current Environmental Sustainability Practices at DC Libraries

Go Green LogoRoof Sundolier at P.S. Miller LibraryDouglas County Libraries just got a little brighter, and a little greener! Through a donation from the Sunflower Corporation, they installed a Sundolier™ daylight system for no cost at the Philip S. Miller Library. Using solar power and a battery, the Sundolier™ will actually follow the sun, tracking its brightest angle, and disburse the natural light through the main room of the library. This should help reduce electric light and cooling demands, and related emissions.

Douglas County Libraries Assist Veterans with Benefits

ALA Vets LogoIn coordination with the American Association of Libraries (ALA), Douglas County Libraries is reaching out to local veterans and their families to help them understand new educational benefits available under the post-9/11 GI Bill which takes effect August 1, 2009.

The ALA in conjunction with the American Legion, the National Military Family Association, the American Council on Education and the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools, has created a Helpful Webpage to help Vets locate current information; the information located here by no means is the only applicable information available.

Practice Your English

Every Saturday, except holiday weekends, Douglas County Libraries hosts casual drop-in sessions for anyone age 17 and older to practice English. All levels and abilities are welcome. Come practice conversational skills with other English learners. Volunteer facilitators, who are fluent in English, lead the conversation and answer any questions.

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