The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library has been ranked again as one of the top 10 libraries in the United States by the Hennen’s American Public Library Ratings (HAPLR), finishing 8th on the recently released rankings.

The HAPLR index bases its rankings on 15 variables, such as expenditures per capita and collection turnover, to measure public libraries across America.  The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library was ranked 8th for cities with populations of 250,000 to 499,999 based on statistical data compiled in 2005.

“We are so proud to be ranked again in the top 10 in the country. Our service, staff, patrons, and unique facilities help us provide a world-class library system for the residents of Lucas County,” said Clyde Scoles, Director of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library. 

“We believe that this top national recognition would not be possible without the passage of  past levies which help to maintain our system,” added Scoles.