The Champaign Public Library has earned more national recognition, honored as one of the country’s top public libraries by the Library Journal.
In its 2017 ratings, Library Journal gave CPL three stars (out of five), which ranks the library in the top 3.5% of public libraries nationwide.
This is the 10th year in a row CPL has earned this distinction, which places the library among 69 American libraries to make the publication’s “All-Time All-Stars” list.
“An award like this one is a reflection of our community’s involvement and high level of commitment,” library director Donna Pittman said. “Champaign values and actively supports having a vital public library. We are a place for everyone.”
This year 7,409 public libraries in the U.S. qualified to be rated. The rating system recognizes public libraries that lead in community engagement. Scores are based on fiscal year 2015 per-capita numbers, including items checked out, ebook circulation, library visits, event attendance and use of public computers at the library.
Only 22 libraries in Illinois received a star rating. Check out the ratings here.